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WU07 NTL

2007 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

153,369 mi
Last recorded153,369 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU07 NTL
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 153,369 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2023 153,365 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2022 137,925 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 132,769 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 124,745 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2020 124,745 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 117,724 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 117,724 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 108,103 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 98,916 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 87,506 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 87,506 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2015 77,972 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 77,972 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 68,136 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 68,136 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 57,203 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 46,021 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 33,672 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 21,434 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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WU07 NTL is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 WU07 NTL, 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 WU07 NTL?

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What year was WU07 NTL registered?

WU07 NTL is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is WU07 NTL safe to buy?

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