2014 Volvo V70 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 11,531 MOT tests analysed for the 2014 Volvo V70, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 84.7% was above the average for large family cars of a similar age (81.3%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 18.2% in the 150k+ group versus 9.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.1% | 702 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 4.0% | 467 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.4% | 395 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 3.0% | 349 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.9% | 329 |
| 6 | Steering | 2.4% | 272 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 289 |
| 2 | Track rod end | 280 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 278 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 262 |
| 5 | Wipers | 200 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 169 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 26.4% | 3,046 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.6% | 2,029 |
| 3 | Suspension | 7.3% | 840 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.0% | 697 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.3% | 496 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 3.3% | 376 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 256 | 9.8% |
| 30-60k | 2,182 | 12.3% |
| 60-90k | 3,679 | 14.0% |
| 90-120k | 2,855 | 16.3% |
| 120-150k | 1,511 | 19.2% |
| 150k+ | 1,035 | 18.2% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 11,481 | 15.3% |
| Petrol | 50 | 16.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,300 | 13.1% |
| 2022 | 2,329 | 15.5% |
| 2023 | 2,294 | 15.3% |
| 2024 | 2,301 | 15.9% |
| 2025 | 2,307 | 16.5% |
What to check before buying a 2014 V70
Before buying a 2014 Volvo V70, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.1% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.1% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (4.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (3.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2014 Volvo V70s pass their MOT?
84.7% of the 11,531 2014 Volvo V70 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 15.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Volvo V70?
Tyres, recorded in 6.1% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (4.0%).
Does the 2014 V70 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.8% in the 0-30k band to 18.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 11,531 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.