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BG08 VKF

2008 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

121,412 mi
Last recorded121,412 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 VKF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 121,412 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all four (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyres inner edge wear

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

exhaust rear mounting corroding

Pass 21 May 2021 109,079 miles

Offside Rear tyre edge wear

front number plate damaged

Fail 21 May 2021 109,076 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre edge wear

front number plate damaged

Pass 16 Jun 2020 97,433 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 89,088 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 80,773 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 75,172 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 63,383 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Apr 2015 63,383 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 50,323 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Apr 2013 39,372 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 28,417 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 20,898 miles

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

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 VKF is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol 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 VKF, 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 BG08 VKF registered?

BG08 VKF is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 3 June 2008.

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The MOT history for BG08 VKF 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.

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