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AN08 FMG

2008 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

142,010 mi
Last recorded142,010 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 FMG
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2021 142,010 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 136,000 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 130,013 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 121,811 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

Wear to both front tyres on edges

Pass 23 Jan 2017 115,791 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 105,111 miles

Handbrake travel

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 95,850 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 91,093 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2013 73,224 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 May 2013 73,224 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 May 2012 70,365 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 May 2011 62,930 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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AN08 FMG is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AN08 FMG, 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.

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What year was AN08 FMG registered?

AN08 FMG is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is AN08 FMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 FMG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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