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BG08 LJZ

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

158,560 mi
Last recorded158,560 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 LJZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 158,560 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2026
Fail 12 Feb 2026 158,486 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 156,452 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 154,929 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 153,495 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 152,650 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 147,689 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 133,463 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 127,021 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 120,373 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 49,161 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 43,033 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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BG08 LJZ is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BG08 LJZ, 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

How do I check the history of BG08 LJZ?

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What year was BG08 LJZ registered?

BG08 LJZ is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is BG08 LJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 LJZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG08 LJZ have outstanding finance?

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