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GU63 FYK

2013 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

125,256 mi
Last recorded125,256 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU63 FYK
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 125,256 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush ( both side ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2025 125,255 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush ( both side ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 115,812 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 107,765 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55-16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 97,563 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 88,114 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 82,415 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 75,908 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 63,582 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 51,552 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 38,651 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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GU63 FYK is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GU63 FYK, 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

How do I check the history of GU63 FYK?

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What year was GU63 FYK registered?

GU63 FYK is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 15 November 2013.

Is GU63 FYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU63 FYK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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