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Y26 CEJ

2014 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

144,315 mi
Last recorded144,315 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2014 Volvo V4062,683 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY26 CEJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 144,315 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test camera moved (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear sub frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear sub frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 134,652 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 124,724 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 113,314 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 102,619 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and stepping (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and stepping (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 91,590 miles

Both rear tyres heavily distorted on inner tread

Vehicle tested muddy

Pass 29 Feb 2020 79,967 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 67,981 miles

Offside Rear fuel filler pipes wet

Fail 1 Mar 2019 67,981 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear fuel filler pipes wet

Pass 24 Mar 2018 57,247 miles

No smoke detected on emissions test

Pass 22 Mar 2017 45,064 miles

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

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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Y26 CEJ is a 2014 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y26 CEJ, 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 Y26 CEJ registered?

Y26 CEJ is a 2014 Volvo V40, first registered on 24 March 2014.

Is Y26 CEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y26 CEJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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