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NL14 XAC

2014 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

116,883 mi
Last recorded116,883 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 Volvo V4062,683 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL14 XAC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 116,883 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2025 116,883 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2024 105,020 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2024 105,020 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 96,721 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 89,610 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 89,596 miles

Rear Inner Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 80,727 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 80,727 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2020 73,911 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 68,317 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 68,317 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 55,213 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 38,167 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 38,167 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s f tyre edges run off

Pass 6 Apr 2017 34,672 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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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NL14 XAC is a 2014 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 NL14 XAC, 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 NL14 XAC registered?

NL14 XAC is a 2014 Volvo V40, first registered on 16 April 2014.

Is NL14 XAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL14 XAC shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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