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VU63 ECY

2013 Volvo V40

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,315 mi
Last recorded122,315 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU63 ECY
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 122,315 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Sep 2022 110,213 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 110,212 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 95,688 miles

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

wear rear discs

Fail 17 Sep 2021 95,688 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

both rear tyres badly worn inner uneven and slight cracking approx 1500 miles

offside front tyre low inner edge approx 2000 miles

snow tyre and summer tyre fitted front

wear rear discs

Pass 14 Sep 2020 84,403 miles

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

both rear tyres low inner and uneven

snow tyre and summer tyre fitted front

wear rear discs

Fail 14 Sep 2020 84,403 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

both rear tyres low inner and uneven

snow tyre and summer tyre fitted front

wear rear discs

Pass 26 Sep 2019 74,408 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 53,833 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 53,826 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2017 37,813 miles

Nearside Rear has nail in

Pass 30 Sep 2016 18,536 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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VU63 ECY is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VU63 ECY, 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 VU63 ECY registered?

VU63 ECY is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 27 September 2013.

Is VU63 ECY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU63 ECY shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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