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YP63 GKY

2013 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

126,396 mi
Last recorded126,396 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP63 GKY
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 126,396 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 123,867 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn unevenly, tread stepped on inner edge

Fail 21 Nov 2022 123,863 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre worn unevenly, tread stepped on inner edge

Pass 12 Nov 2021 116,968 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 112,230 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45 R17 91Y Good Year Eagle F1 Assymetric 3 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 107,610 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 107,610 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45 R17 91Y Continental Sportcontact 5 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 R17 91Y Continental Sportcontact 5 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 100,953 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 90,874 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

n/s/r tyre tread low [2mm]

Pass 21 Nov 2016 66,608 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn on inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 21 Nov 2016 66,608 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn on inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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YP63 GKY is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YP63 GKY, 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 YP63 GKY registered?

YP63 GKY is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 18 December 2013.

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