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AY14 PVV

2014 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

144,291 mi
Last recorded144,291 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 Volvo V4062,683 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY14 PVV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 144,291 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 144,291 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 130,022 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 113,949 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 96,231 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 94,392 miles

Full undertrays fitted not allowing a complete inspection

Fail 24 Mar 2022 94,392 miles

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

Full undertrays fitted not allowing a complete inspection

Pass 10 Mar 2021 92,814 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Mar 2020 90,817 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Mar 2020 90,817 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure buldged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner outer and edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Apr 2019 82,494 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 65,911 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 49,946 miles

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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AY14 PVV is a 2014 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AY14 PVV, 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 AY14 PVV registered?

AY14 PVV is a 2014 Volvo V40, first registered on 11 March 2014.

Is AY14 PVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY14 PVV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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