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YT57 VYY

2007 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,786 mi
Last recorded96,786 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2013
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT57 VYY
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2013 96,786 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 76,966 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 50,216 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 27,689 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 27,689 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YT57 VYY is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YT57 VYY, 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 YT57 VYY?

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What year was YT57 VYY registered?

YT57 VYY is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 6 September 2007.

Is YT57 VYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT57 VYY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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