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WG57 UEF

2007 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,651 mi
Last recorded92,651 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2018
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG57 UEF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2018 92,651 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged Both Sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2018 92,651 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged Both Sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2016 89,144 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 82,004 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 82,004 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low unable to adjust (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 76,663 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 69,678 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 69,678 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 63,957 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 63,957 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 57,346 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 40,429 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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WG57 UEF is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WG57 UEF, 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 WG57 UEF registered?

WG57 UEF is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 22 December 2007.

Is WG57 UEF safe to buy?

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