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AE57 VJX

2007 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

129,532 mi
Last recorded129,532 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2023
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE57 VJX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2023 129,532 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2023 129,429 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 114,040 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 114,040 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 106,911 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

low tyre pressure warning indicates a fault

Pass 23 Apr 2020 103,798 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 97,861 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 88,727 miles

Coolant leak expansion tank ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Feb 2017 88,727 miles

Coolant leak expansion tank ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 79,268 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 72,884 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 62,852 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

TPS light is on.

Pass 1 May 2013 57,488 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Oct 2007 8 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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AE57 VJX is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2007 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 82,406 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE57 VJX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 19 years old, this Volvo S40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE57 VJX registered?

AE57 VJX is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 5 October 2007.

Is AE57 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE57 VJX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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