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AY08 LJO

2008 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

127,261 mi
Last recorded127,261 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 LJO
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2020 127,261 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2019 111,078 miles

All 4 tyres wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 96,622 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 17 May 2017 94,439 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 May 2016 90,956 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 May 2015 84,145 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 72,844 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

rear tyres wearing uneven

Pass 21 Jun 2013 62,527 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front tyre balding on the inner and outer edges

Fail 13 Jun 2013 62,455 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front tyre balding on the inner and outer edges

Pass 5 Mar 2013 60,304 miles

air bag light is on.

Pass 28 Feb 2012 51,968 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 32,292 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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AY08 LJO is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,997cc 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 AY08 LJO, 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 AY08 LJO registered?

AY08 LJO is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is AY08 LJO safe to buy?

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