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BK08 VKO

2008 Volvo S40

Green Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

124,315 mi
Last recorded124,315 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 VKO
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2019 124,315 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 120,423 miles

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 10 Jan 2018 120,418 miles

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

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 115,059 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 107,032 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

o/s sill has damage

Fail 20 Apr 2015 107,032 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nail in offside front tyre

o/s sill has damage

Pass 11 Feb 2014 99,804 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 93,510 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

corrosion on mid s/box

ns/os front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 17 Apr 2012 86,710 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Mar 2011 78,587 miles

ns rear tyre uneven wear on inner edge. os rear tyre wearing on inner edge

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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BK08 VKO is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 BK08 VKO, 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 BK08 VKO registered?

BK08 VKO is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is BK08 VKO safe to buy?

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