2013 Volvo V40 1.6L Petrol · YR63 LPP
2013 Volvo V40 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Nov 2013. Recorded mileage 74,562 miles. MOT valid until 09 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V40
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,562 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
YR63 LPP Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/02/2026
- 74,562 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
YR63 LPP Mileage History
- 05/09/201631,728 mi
- 31/08/201741,276 mi+9,548 mi
- 26/04/201844,808 mi+3,532 mi
- 08/04/201952,174 mi+7,366 mi
- 28/10/202055,303 mi+3,129 mi
- 02/02/202260,699 mi+5,396 mi
- 11/01/202369,571 mi+8,872 mi
- 12/01/202369,572 mi+1 mi
- 30/01/202470,787 mi+1,215 mi
- 30/01/202572,045 mi+1,258 mi
- 07/02/202674,562 mi+2,517 mi
- 10/02/202674,562 mi
Average of roughly 4,541 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
YR63 LPP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volvo V40 (YR63 LPP) between September 2016 and February 2026.
The record contains 10 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 February 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 (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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 Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid blocked ? (3.5 (a))”.
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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