2013 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · LS63 PUO
2013 Volvo V40 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 29 Nov 2013. Recorded mileage 121,678 miles. MOT valid until 06 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V40
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,678 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LS63 PUO Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/06/2026
- 121,678 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LS63 PUO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volvo V40 (LS63 PUO) between November 2016 and June 2026.
The record contains 11 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Scrubbed down to ”.
LS63 PUO Mileage History
- 03/11/201639,864 mi
- 26/06/201847,205 mi+7,341 mi
- 25/07/201847,791 mi+586 mi
- 22/07/201959,282 mi+11,491 mi
- 13/07/202068,913 mi+9,631 mi
- 22/07/202177,375 mi+8,462 mi
- 22/07/202288,504 mi+11,129 mi
- 19/07/202398,867 mi+10,363 mi
- 20/07/202398,878 mi+11 mi
- 08/06/2024107,546 mi+8,668 mi
- 08/06/2024107,546 mi
- 27/05/2025114,699 mi+7,153 mi
- 05/06/2026121,678 mi+6,979 mi
Average of roughly 8,536 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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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- Air conditioning compressor failureModerate
Compressors can seize or stop cooling properly, and in the worst cases the auxiliary belt can be affected too.
- Snapped rear coil springsModerate
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 scuttleModerate
Poor sealing can let water into the passenger footwell and eventually upset electrical modules or create persistent misting.
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