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BG58 HLZ

2008 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2016
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,415 mi
Last recorded119,415 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2015
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 HLZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2015 119,415 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2014 111,170 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 102,680 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 94,932 miles

Both front tyres worn close to legal limit & inner edges scrubbing

Pass 30 Nov 2011 80,749 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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BG58 HLZ is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BG58 HLZ, 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 BG58 HLZ registered?

BG58 HLZ is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 December 2008.

Is BG58 HLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 HLZ shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG58 HLZ have outstanding finance?

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