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AB08 OFW

2008 Volvo S60

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

140,116 mi
Last recorded140,116 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo S6089,039 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 OFW
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2019 140,116 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 121,004 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 108,242 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 108,242 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2016 90,477 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both ns and os (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both ns and os (3.7.B.3)

Fail 21 Jan 2016 90,477 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both ns and os (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both ns and os (3.7.B.3)

Fail 9 Jan 2015 87,928 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 87,928 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 80,703 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Slight movement in front lower suspension arm front bushes

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jan 2014 80,703 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Slight movement in front lower suspension arm front bushes

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r side marker inop

Pass 4 Oct 2012 68,291 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 45,587 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S60?

Based on 758,165 MOT tests across 54,544 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
7,442
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
54,544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,009
position lamp(s) not working 25,933
Registration plate lamp not working 17,709
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,040
parking brake recording little or no effort 10,865
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AB08 OFW is a 2008 Volvo S60 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Volvo S60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 89,039 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 S60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,009 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 OFW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S60 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo S60 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB08 OFW registered?

AB08 OFW is a 2008 Volvo S60, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is AB08 OFW safe to buy?

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