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BD08 SVJ

2008 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

72,398 mi
Last recorded72,398 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 SVJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 72,398 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 68,428 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 61,443 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 May 2022 53,291 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 48,351 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 45,541 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both, on inner faces slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 40,984 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 37,905 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 33,943 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 32,147 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 31,630 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 29,522 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 27,077 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 24,698 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Jul 2013 24,698 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 21,600 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 18,199 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 17,441 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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BD08 SVJ is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 BD08 SVJ, 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 BD08 SVJ registered?

BD08 SVJ is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is BD08 SVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 SVJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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