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MT14 LVB

2014 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

74,729 mi
Last recorded74,729 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2014 Volvo V4062,683 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT14 LVB
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 74,729 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2026 74,652 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Coil spring corroded N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 64,282 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 61,779 miles

Both front tyres slightly wearing inner edges

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 Feb 2025 61,777 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Both front tyres slightly wearing inner edges

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 55,171 miles

Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 50,226 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 47,104 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 42,640 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 39,924 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 39,924 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 34,688 miles

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 Apr 2018 29,143 miles

Offside Front Wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 3 May 2017 24,127 miles

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

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

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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MT14 LVB is a 2014 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MT14 LVB, 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 MT14 LVB registered?

MT14 LVB is a 2014 Volvo V40, first registered on 8 May 2014.

Is MT14 LVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT14 LVB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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