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HV63 YPD

2013 Volvo V40

Bronze Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

129,240 mi
Last recorded129,240 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV63 YPD
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 129,240 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 110,633 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 110,633 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 93,055 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Mar 2024 93,054 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2023 71,982 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 68,253 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 68,195 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 59,564 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 54,200 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 54,194 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 47,831 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing gouge in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2019 47,815 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 0.55 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing gouge in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 41,981 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a gouge in outer sidewall

Pass 23 Jun 2017 35,333 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 22,249 miles

Minor stone chips in windscreen

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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HV63 YPD is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Bronze with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 HV63 YPD, 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 HV63 YPD registered?

HV63 YPD is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 15 November 2013.

Is HV63 YPD safe to buy?

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