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BD56 VVK

2007 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

113,254 mi
Last recorded113,254 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 VVK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 113,254 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

exhaust middle section corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2021 110,668 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 110,667 miles

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

Offside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

all discs and pads badly corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2019 110,320 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

offside cover sill damaged

Pass 18 Dec 2018 108,585 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear sill cover damaged

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 103,201 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 94,311 miles

corrosion to exhaust silencer

cut to n/s/r tyre outer sidewall

rear trailing arms front bushes separating -o/s/r weakening

some wear to front wishbones rear bushes

wear to rear lower control arms outer bushes

Pass 14 Dec 2015 87,988 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 79,251 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 68,740 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 62,268 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 56,333 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 46,778 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 36,718 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 36,718 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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BD56 VVK is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BD56 VVK, 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 BD56 VVK registered?

BD56 VVK is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 3 January 2007.

Is BD56 VVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD56 VVK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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