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AK07 HGD

2007 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

114,749 mi
Last recorded114,749 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK07 HGD
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 114,749 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 114,749 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2025 109,860 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2024 104,993 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 May 2024 104,892 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2023 92,158 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 82,268 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners removed from mirror - obscuring the view of the road ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 71,666 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 64,395 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 63,260 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 60,918 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 55,423 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 55,423 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 48,393 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 40,670 miles

Both rear tyre treads getting low

Fail 2 Mar 2015 40,670 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both rear tyre treads getting low

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 34,851 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 27,959 miles

Both front tyre treads getting low

Pass 1 Mar 2012 22,702 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 18,843 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 14,966 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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AK07 HGD is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AK07 HGD, 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 AK07 HGD registered?

AK07 HGD is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 March 2007.

Is AK07 HGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK07 HGD shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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