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KR14 SPX

2014 Volvo V40

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

89,400 mi
Last recorded89,400 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2014 Volvo V4062,683 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR14 SPX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 89,400 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2026 89,398 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 84,549 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2025 84,549 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative and error on dash (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened upper shocker top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting fractured upper shocker top mount (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jan 2024 80,420 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2024 80,418 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Fail 21 Dec 2023 80,244 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak Split hose, engine performance reduced (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 72,251 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2022 72,112 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 62,618 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 53,670 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 40,447 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 30,307 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 24,348 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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KR14 SPX is a 2014 Volvo V40 in Silver 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 KR14 SPX, 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.

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What year was KR14 SPX registered?

KR14 SPX is a 2014 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 June 2014.

Is KR14 SPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR14 SPX 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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