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SK63 XAZ

2013 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

124,484 mi
Last recorded124,484 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK63 XAZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 124,484 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Oct 2025 124,484 miles

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

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2024 120,820 miles

Front wipers poor/smeary

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working 3rd/highlevel (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Nov 2024 120,820 miles

Nearside Front All outline marker lamps do not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front wipers poor/smeary

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working 3rd/highlevel (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 116,533 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning outer amber (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively very slight (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working 3rd/high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 111,304 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 107,703 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 99,617 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 87,610 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 80,019 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 73,593 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 73,593 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low Adjusted to correct height (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low Adjusted to correct height (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 58,925 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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SK63 XAZ is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 SK63 XAZ, 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 SK63 XAZ registered?

SK63 XAZ is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is SK63 XAZ safe to buy?

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