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YR63 LNJ

2013 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

159,532 mi
Last recorded159,532 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR63 LNJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 159,532 miles

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 1 May 2026 159,532 miles

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

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 246,333 miles

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

Front Outer ends of the bumper slightly damage

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

Fail 29 Apr 2025 246,333 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Road wheel fixing missing 5 wheel nuts missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Front Outer ends of the bumper slightly damage

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

Pass 23 May 2024 145,001 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

underbody tray fitted

Fail 23 May 2024 145,000 miles

Front Headlamp insecure both sides (4.1.1 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

underbody tray fitted

Fail 29 Apr 2024

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2023 121,687 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2023 121,687 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2022 102,800 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 102,800 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2021 85,876 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 78,296 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 72,867 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 67,227 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2018 61,546 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 60,295 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 44,397 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 Oct 2016 44,395 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YR63 LNJ is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 YR63 LNJ, 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

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What year was YR63 LNJ registered?

YR63 LNJ is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 16 October 2013.

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The MOT history for YR63 LNJ shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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