2013 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · FY63 XOO
2013 Volvo V40 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 11/11/2013. Recorded mileage 98,949 miles. MOT valid until 08/10/2027. Taxed until 01/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V40
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/10/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/10/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,949 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2013
- Engine
- 1560cc
FY63 XOO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/09/2026
- 98,949 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Known faults for Volvo V40
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
FY63 XOO Mileage History
- 04/10/202271,437 mi
- 09/10/202375,807 mi+4,370 mi
- 18/09/202481,494 mi+5,687 mi
- 12/09/202588,164 mi+6,670 mi
- 24/09/202698,949 mi+10,785 mi
Average of roughly 6,925 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FY63 XOO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volvo V40 (FY63 XOO) between October 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Common Problems: VOLVO V40
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Air conditioning compressor failure(Moderate)
Compressors can seize or stop cooling properly, and in the worst cases the auxiliary belt can be affected too.
- Snapped rear coil springs(Moderate)
The V40 is known for snapping its rear coil springs, often discovered during MOT tests or as a metallic clinking sound over bumps.
- Water ingress around windscreen and scuttle(Moderate)
Poor sealing can let water into the passenger footwell and eventually upset electrical modules or create persistent misting.
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