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NJ63 VCF

2013 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

181,261 mi
Last recorded181,261 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ63 VCF
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 181,261 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 168,802 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2025 168,794 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 159,322 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2023 152,945 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2022 138,762 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 206,320 miles

Engine cover fitted

Fail 2 Feb 2021 206,318 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Engine cover fitted

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 110,656 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 103,266 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 144,442 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 76,471 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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NJ63 VCF is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Black 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 NJ63 VCF, 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 NJ63 VCF?

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What year was NJ63 VCF registered?

NJ63 VCF is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 19 September 2013.

Is NJ63 VCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ63 VCF 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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