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VE07 OJC

2007 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

164,169 mi
Last recorded164,169 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE07 OJC
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Dec 2018 164,169 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 162,601 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2017 162,643 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

exhaust emissions are high

Pass 29 Jul 2016 155,111 miles

Both rear tyre treads worn smooth on inner edges

Fail 27 Jul 2016 155,109 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both rear tyre treads worn smooth on inner edges

Pass 17 Feb 2015 150,273 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)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 132,934 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 128,250 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 127,617 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 107,985 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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VE07 OJC is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VE07 OJC, 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 VE07 OJC registered?

VE07 OJC is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 17 May 2007.

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