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FV63 SKJ

2013 Volvo V40

Bronze Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,967 mi
Last recorded112,967 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV63 SKJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 112,967 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES WEARING OUT OF SHAPE INNER TREAD 225/50/17 GOODYEAR 4 SEASONS

Fail 2 Dec 2025 112,967 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

BOTH REAR TYRES WEARING OUT OF SHAPE INNER TREAD 225/50/17 GOODYEAR 4 SEASONS

Pass 9 Dec 2024 106,807 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 99,383 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 84,134 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2022 84,134 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 64,702 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 53,019 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 45,865 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 37,315 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective front wiper smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre low on edges

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts in the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 28,781 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 22,162 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Volvo V40?

Based on 1,865,374 MOT tests across 172,439 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,937
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
172,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 66,595
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49,904
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,421
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,897
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27,218
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FV63 SKJ is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Bronze with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 70,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66,595 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV63 SKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 13 years old, this Volvo V40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV63 SKJ registered?

FV63 SKJ is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 15 December 2013.

Is FV63 SKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV63 SKJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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