2014 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · ST14 UJL
2014 Volvo V40 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 08 Jul 2014. Recorded mileage 89,807 miles. MOT valid until 03 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V40
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,807 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ST14 UJL Key Findings
- 9 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/11/2025
- 89,807 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ST14 UJL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
9 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Volvo V40 (ST14 UJL) between June 2017 and November 2025.
The record contains 9 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
ST14 UJL Mileage History
- 21/06/201720,798 mi
- 04/06/201823,021 mi+2,223 mi
- 08/05/201933,739 mi+10,718 mi
- 27/11/202054,048 mi+20,309 mi
- 03/12/202161,327 mi+7,279 mi
- 02/12/202271,971 mi+10,644 mi
- 02/12/202383,721 mi+11,750 mi
- 27/11/202487,201 mi+3,480 mi
- 27/11/202589,807 mi+2,606 mi
Average of roughly 8,180 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo V40
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: VOLVO V40
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- EGR valve and cooler clogging(Moderate)
VEA diesels build soot in the EGR system and begin to hesitate, warn or fail emissions tests if the car mostly does short trips.
- Air conditioning compressor failure(Moderate)
Compressors can seize or stop cooling properly, and in the worst cases the auxiliary belt can be affected too.
- Snapped rear coil springs(Moderate)
The V40 is known for snapping its rear coil springs, often discovered during MOT tests or as a metallic clinking sound over bumps.
- Water ingress around windscreen and scuttle(Moderate)
Poor sealing can let water into the passenger footwell and eventually upset electrical modules or create persistent misting.
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- EGR valve and cooler cloggingModerate
VEA diesels build soot in the EGR system and begin to hesitate, warn or fail emissions tests if the car mostly does short trips.
- Air conditioning compressor failureModerate
Compressors can seize or stop cooling properly, and in the worst cases the auxiliary belt can be affected too.
- Snapped rear coil springsModerate
The V40 is known for snapping its rear coil springs, often discovered during MOT tests or as a metallic clinking sound over bumps.
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