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YP14 JKV

2014 Volvo V40

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

197,190 mi
Last recorded197,190 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2014 Volvo V4062,683 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP14 JKV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 197,190 miles

Front both front fog lights are loose

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Jul 2026 197,190 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre bulge and showing cords 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front both front fog lights are loose

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 179,505 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread ALSO CRACKED (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (2MM TYRE THREAD REMAINS) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Apr 2025 179,504 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread ALSO CRACKED (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (2MM TYRE THREAD REMAINS) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 159,818 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 146,906 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 146,906 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 130,003 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

auxillary belt perishing

Pass 6 Oct 2020 119,393 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge but tread ok (5.2.3 (e))

rear reg plate cracked

Fail 6 Oct 2020 119,393 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge but tread ok (5.2.3 (e))

rear reg plate cracked

Pass 1 Aug 2019 105,884 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 105,884 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Sub-frame ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 May 2018 88,783 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2017 78,083 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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YP14 JKV is a 2014 Volvo V40 in White 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 YP14 JKV, 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 YP14 JKV registered?

YP14 JKV is a 2014 Volvo V40, first registered on 21 April 2014.

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