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AV14 SVL

2014 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

74,963 mi
Last recorded74,963 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2014 Volvo V4062,683 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV14 SVL
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2026 74,963 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 72,412 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 71,319 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 71,319 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205-55X16V) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSR TYRE 2015 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE,ADVISE OLD & PERISHING. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OSF TYRE 2015 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE,ADVISE OLD & DETERIORATING. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OSR TYRE 2018 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 69,940 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSR TYRE 2015 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE.ADVISE OLD & DETERIORATING.(205-55X16V) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OSF TYRE 2015 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE,ADVISE OLD & DETERIORATING. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OSR TYRE 2018 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE,ADVISE PERISHING & DETERIORATING. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 69,939 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSR TYRE 2015 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE.ADVISE OLD & DETERIORATING.(205-55X16V) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OSF TYRE 2015 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE,ADVISE OLD & DETERIORATING. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OSR TYRE 2018 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE,ADVISE PERISHING & DETERIORATING. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 68,630 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKING AND PERISHING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH REAR SLIGHTLY WHITE (4.4.3 (a))

UNDER BODY COVERS OBSCURING SOME TESTABLE ITEMS

Pass 28 Jul 2021 65,702 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 64,505 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 64,505 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 62,030 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 59,202 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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jun 2018 59,202 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 48,231 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AV14 SVL is a 2014 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2014 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 62,683 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 AV14 SVL, 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 12 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 AV14 SVL registered?

AV14 SVL is a 2014 Volvo V40, first registered on 10 July 2014.

Is AV14 SVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV14 SVL shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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