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BG08 VLC

2008 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,732 mi
Last recorded78,732 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 VLC
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 78,732 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Nov 2025 78,729 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 71,834 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 64,350 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 31 Oct 2023 64,321 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 57,984 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 57,984 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 54,320 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 51,055 miles

Both rear tyres have age related cracking (9 year old tyres)

Pass 25 Nov 2019 441,911 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 44,260 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 40,212 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 36,041 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 32,092 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 32,092 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 28,009 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 24,321 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 19,568 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 14,346 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 13,432 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 VLC is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VLC, 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 VLC registered?

BG08 VLC is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 4 July 2008.

Is BG08 VLC safe to buy?

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