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RE14 PZB

2014 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

157,512 mi
Last recorded157,512 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2014 Volvo V4062,683 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE14 PZB
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 157,512 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 152,881 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2024 152,881 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 147,853 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2022 135,685 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2022 135,684 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 120,028 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 120,028 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 104,512 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Protective Cover Splitting (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Trailing Arm Bushes Slightly Separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 82,486 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres starting to crack in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2018 61,185 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 61,185 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 42,723 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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RE14 PZB 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 69.2%.

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 RE14 PZB, 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 RE14 PZB registered?

RE14 PZB is a 2014 Volvo V40, first registered on 17 June 2014.

Is RE14 PZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE14 PZB shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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