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YG57 MYJ

2007 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

155,342 mi
Last recorded155,342 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2023
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG57 MYJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2023 155,342 miles

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

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 141,644 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 126,029 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 112,850 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 107,737 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 94,891 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 94,888 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 81,110 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 78,767 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 72,917 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 62,768 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 11 Aug 2011 53,445 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 46,490 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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YG57 MYJ is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YG57 MYJ, 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 YG57 MYJ registered?

YG57 MYJ is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 17 October 2007.

Is YG57 MYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG57 MYJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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