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DE57 SYR

2007 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

193,002 mi
Last recorded193,002 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2015
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE57 SYR
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2015 193,002 miles

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

exhaust back box corroded

front disc have slight surface rust

Pass 10 Nov 2014 185,110 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2013 175,801 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

exhaust tail box corroded

Fail 28 Oct 2013 175,801 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

exhaust tail box corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2012 166,410 miles

keep wear on rear brake pads under observation

n/s front tyre wearing on inside edge

silincer box quite badly corroded but not leaking

Fail 6 Nov 2012 166,410 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

keep wear on rear brake pads under observation

n/s front tyre wearing on inside edge

silincer box quite badly corroded but not leaking

Pass 10 Nov 2011 153,467 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 153,467 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 121,772 miles

Both dip beams have a slightly reduced output

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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DE57 SYR is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DE57 SYR, 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.

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What year was DE57 SYR registered?

DE57 SYR is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 8 November 2007.

Is DE57 SYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE57 SYR shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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