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VK07 NVJ

2007 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

117,026 mi
Last recorded117,026 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK07 NVJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 117,026 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 108,706 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 102,668 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 96,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective tailpipe (6.1.2 (a))

slight wear on inner edges of rear tyres

Pass 19 Oct 2021 90,010 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 80,754 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Jun 2020 80,754 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 May 2019 74,104 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four(4) wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

clutch and brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 20 Nov 2017 62,224 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 20 Nov 2017 62,224 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 54,404 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 53,728 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 49,960 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 45,580 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 40,876 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 35,474 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 29,113 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 23,025 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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VK07 NVJ is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VK07 NVJ, 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 VK07 NVJ registered?

VK07 NVJ is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 March 2007.

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