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FY13 VJC

2013 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

197,135 mi
Last recorded197,135 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY13 VJC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 197,135 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 189,517 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.1.4 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 177,537 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 164,335 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2022 164,335 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2021 149,153 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

evidence of fuel leak on filler pipes

Fail 19 Nov 2021 149,153 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

evidence of fuel leak on filler pipes

Pass 3 Nov 2020 137,387 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 135,378 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Day light running not working.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2019 114,110 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive fuel filler pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 29 Apr 2019 114,100 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0,55 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Fluid leak, but not excessive fuel filler pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 97,254 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 97,254 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 77,446 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 56,723 miles

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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FY13 VJC is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY13 VJC, 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.

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What year was FY13 VJC registered?

FY13 VJC is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 23 March 2013.

Is FY13 VJC safe to buy?

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