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GU63 GPX

2013 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

71,848 mi
Last recorded71,848 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU63 GPX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 71,848 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2025 47,556 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 May 2024 33,626 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2024 33,626 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2023 28,468 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 23,058 miles
Fail 21 May 2022 23,058 miles

Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire Engine bay, leak of (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2021 17,994 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 17,964 miles

Rear number plate missing, due to being send back to Belgium for registration transfer

Fail 7 Jul 2018 17,950 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right European aim (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right European aim (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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 GPX is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GU63 GPX, 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 GU63 GPX registered?

GU63 GPX is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 23 December 2013.

Is GU63 GPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU63 GPX shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU63 GPX have outstanding finance?

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