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BJ57 SZC

2007 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

204,695 mi
Last recorded204,695 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ57 SZC
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 204,695 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both side (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre side wall slightly damaged

Rear both side brake discs slightly corroded

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2014 161,346 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 109,036 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2012 109,035 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 79,173 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 47,946 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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BJ57 SZC is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BJ57 SZC, 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 BJ57 SZC registered?

BJ57 SZC is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 22 October 2007.

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The MOT history for BJ57 SZC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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