MOT Status
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128,804 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
general under body corrosion
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
general under body corrosion
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources has corrosion under body, sills and suspension components but not considered excessive but getting more advanced (4.7.1 (b) (i))
all rear lights intensity obviously reduced
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources has corrosion under body, sills and suspension components but not considered excessive but getting more advanced (4.7.1 (b) (i))
all rear lights intensity obviously reduced
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
general corrosion to under body and components
vehicle lowered
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm only (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm only (4.1.E.1)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm only (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm only (4.1.E.1)
nail in offside rear tyre
Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
nail in offside rear tyre
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
How Reliable is the Volvo S40?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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AO08 TNX is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 AO08 TNX, 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 AO08 TNX registered?
AO08 TNX is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 7 May 2008.
Is AO08 TNX safe to buy?
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