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YA07 GPV

2007 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,002 mi
Last recorded154,002 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA07 GPV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 154,002 miles

centre exhaust deterioated

Fail 12 May 2017 154,002 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

centre exhaust deterioated

Pass 25 May 2016 149,868 miles

centre exhaust deterioated

Fail 25 May 2016 149,868 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

centre exhaust deterioated

Pass 5 May 2015 144,376 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2015 144,376 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 6 May 2014 130,558 miles

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

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

both front tyres scrubbed on both edges but still legal .

Pass 18 Apr 2013 115,050 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 May 2012 95,179 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 4 May 2012 95,179 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 3 May 2011 68,180 miles

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

both front tyres scrubbing advise tracking

Pass 5 May 2010 47,712 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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YA07 GPV is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,998cc 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 YA07 GPV, 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 YA07 GPV registered?

YA07 GPV is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 June 2007.

Is YA07 GPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA07 GPV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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