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VU07 FYG

2007 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

104,918 mi
Last recorded104,918 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU07 FYG
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 104,918 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2026 104,905 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2025 99,008 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 93,401 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 91,437 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 88,454 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 84,516 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 81,477 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 80,809 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 76,767 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 73,597 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 70,326 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 70,121 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 66,306 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear brake binding slightly.

Fail 13 Mar 2014 60,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 60,728 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 54,373 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 48,149 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 27,465 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 18,524 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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VU07 FYG is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VU07 FYG, 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

How do I check the history of VU07 FYG?

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What year was VU07 FYG registered?

VU07 FYG is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 21 March 2007.

Is VU07 FYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU07 FYG shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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