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SM57 FRD

2007 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

143,685 mi
Last recorded143,685 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM57 FRD
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2018 143,685 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 143,684 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated PIN HOLE (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light LENS MISSING (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 137,599 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 137,570 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 131,335 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 117,810 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 104,428 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 87,308 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 85,227 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 78,358 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 78,352 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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SM57 FRD is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SM57 FRD, 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 SM57 FRD registered?

SM57 FRD is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 15 November 2007.

Is SM57 FRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM57 FRD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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