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WF57 PBV

2007 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,200 mi
Last recorded86,200 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF57 PBV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 86,200 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 78,063 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 78,063 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 70,479 miles

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

brake servo / pedal creaking when operated.

Pass 24 Nov 2022 62,438 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 60,473 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 59,907 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 58,288 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 55,929 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 52,520 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 48,010 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 48,010 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 44,454 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 41,982 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 38,706 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 35,610 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 33,409 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 33,409 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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WF57 PBV is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WF57 PBV, 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 WF57 PBV registered?

WF57 PBV is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 15 October 2007.

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The MOT history for WF57 PBV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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