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BG57 VEL

2007 Volvo S60

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

230,020 mi
Last recorded230,020 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volvo S6092,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG57 VEL
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 230,020 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2025 229,988 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2023 228,045 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 207,968 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019
Fail 14 Oct 2019 181,315 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 163,869 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018
Fail 24 Aug 2018 163,792 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 159,551 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 159,491 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 157,486 miles

N/S/F trackrod end has slight play

O/S/F trackrod inner has slight play

Pass 14 May 2013 151,072 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 151,021 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 142,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres worn on edges and splitting on sidewalls

vehicle wet when tested

Pass 8 Nov 2011 100,117 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has a crack not in drivers view of road

Fail 7 Nov 2011 100,115 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a crack not in drivers view of road

Pass 4 Oct 2010 78,887 miles

unable to check centre rear seat belt due to seat cover

How Reliable is the Volvo S60?

Based on 758,165 MOT tests across 54,544 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
7,442
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
54,544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,009
position lamp(s) not working 25,933
Registration plate lamp not working 17,709
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,040
parking brake recording little or no effort 10,865
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BG57 VEL is a 2007 Volvo S60 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2007 Volvo S60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 92,912 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo S60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,009 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG57 VEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S60 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 19 years old, this Volvo S60 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG57 VEL?

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What year was BG57 VEL registered?

BG57 VEL is a 2007 Volvo S60, first registered on 6 November 2007.

Is BG57 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG57 VEL shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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