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YY07 TXW

2007 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

168,008 mi
Last recorded168,008 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2007 Volvo S4082,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY07 TXW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 168,008 miles

Central Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Dec 2017 168,007 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Central Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 154,061 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 151,932 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 144,182 miles

Coolant leak

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)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 134,787 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre exhaust very corroded

Fail 14 Sep 2012 117,311 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust outer skin peeling of

Pass 14 Sep 2012 117,311 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust outer skin peeling of

Pass 10 Sep 2011 95,818 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 74,939 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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YY07 TXW is a 2007 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 YY07 TXW, 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 YY07 TXW registered?

YY07 TXW is a 2007 Volvo S40, first registered on 10 August 2007.

Is YY07 TXW safe to buy?

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