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AD57 FJV

2008 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

164,405 mi
Last recorded164,405 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 FJV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 164,405 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 159,307 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 153,648 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 147,017 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 140,585 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 134,161 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 129,519 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 106,560 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 85,882 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 85,882 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 77,244 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 64,624 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 53,600 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 49,708 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 44,601 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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AD57 FJV is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 77,970 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 AD57 FJV, 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 18 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 AD57 FJV registered?

AD57 FJV is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 8 January 2008.

Is AD57 FJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD57 FJV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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