Volvo V40 (2014)
2014 Volvo V40
CarHunch analysed 17,346 real MOT records for the 2014 Volvo V40. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Volvo V40 marginally outperforms the UK average with an 80.9% first-time pass rate, but a serious concern emerges in the safety data: 43.2% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above typical thresholds. Petrol models are notably more reliable than diesels, passing 86.3% versus 80.5%, so fuel choice matters here.
At 63,853 miles median, these V40s are running typical mileage for their age, yet they average 2.24 failures per MOT cycle and 11.3 advisories, suggesting wear accumulation is relatively brisk. Before committing to one, get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, braking, and electrical systems—those dangerous defect patterns don't appear by accident, and the advisory count signals components need close scrutiny.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 5.8 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2014 Volvo V40
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 43.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (92%) | 16,033 | 80.5% | 2.29 |
| Petrol (8%) | 1,312 | 86.3% | 1.52 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Volvo V40 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2014 Volvo V40 vehicles fall between 49,094 and 81,633 miles.
2014 Volvo V40 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 15,156 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 91% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2014 Volvo V40
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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57.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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56.1%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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35.9%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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34.2%
Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken
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31.8%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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30.9%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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30.5%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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24.2%
Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014. Counts include advisories and failures.
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