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BG14 VDL

2014 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

115,278 mi
Last recorded115,278 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2014 Volvo V4062,683 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG14 VDL
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 115,278 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 107,999 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 May 2024 101,091 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 May 2023 93,741 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 May 2023 93,741 miles

Fuel system component leaking engine bay (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 May 2022 86,558 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2022 86,555 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 79,386 miles

service light on

Pass 5 Jun 2020 74,195 miles

service light on

Pass 14 Jun 2019 66,242 miles

Front inner pads worn thin

Front tyres worn close to limit

Fail 14 Jun 2019 66,242 miles

Front inner pads worn thin

Front tyres worn close to limit

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 59,303 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

engine covers fitted restricting full inspection

under trays fitted restricting full inspection

Pass 11 May 2017 54,942 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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BG14 VDL is a 2014 Volvo V40 in Blue 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 BG14 VDL, 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 BG14 VDL registered?

BG14 VDL is a 2014 Volvo V40, first registered on 6 May 2014.

Is BG14 VDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG14 VDL 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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