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BG58 UGW

2008 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

110,222 mi
Last recorded110,222 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 UGW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2019 110,222 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 103,295 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 94,470 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing thin bit no cords exposed

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 83,508 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 74,588 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 74,588 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 65,532 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 59,277 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 50,200 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 41,885 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 41,885 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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BG58 UGW is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 UGW, 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 UGW registered?

BG58 UGW is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 15 December 2008.

Is BG58 UGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 UGW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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