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YP07 VLH

2007 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

108,429 mi
Last recorded108,429 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP07 VLH
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 108,429 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 107,978 miles

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

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 106,300 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 99,491 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 93,040 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 85,968 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 75,566 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 68,766 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 61,676 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 55,522 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 48,914 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 42,492 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 42,492 miles

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

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 May 2013 35,764 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 35,764 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 29,723 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 29,722 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 21 May 2011 23,496 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 17,331 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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YP07 VLH is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YP07 VLH, 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 YP07 VLH registered?

YP07 VLH is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 23 May 2007.

Is YP07 VLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP07 VLH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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