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BL08 CLU

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

104,596 mi
Last recorded104,596 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 CLU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 104,596 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Nov 2021 104,596 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (2.3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (2.5mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear heat shield loose

Pass 20 Nov 2020 85,603 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 85,600 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front side marker not working

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 65,992 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 65,215 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front wiper slightly smears screen

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal misting (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 59,830 miles

Rear tyres starting to crack.

o\s\f & n\s\f tyres wearing on inner edges.( requires tracking checking).

Fail 24 Jul 2018 59,830 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear tyres starting to crack.

n\s\r sidelight in-op 2 lights fitted.

o\s\f & n\s\f tyres wearing on inner edges.( requires tracking checking).

Pass 25 Jul 2017 50,671 miles

Front pads 3/4 worn

O/s driveshaft oil seal damp

Rear pads 2/3 worn

Rear tyres cracking + nail in n/s/r tyre

Fail 24 Jul 2017 50,671 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (2.4.G.2)

Front pads 3/4 worn

O/s driveshaft oil seal damp

Rear pads 2/3 worn

Rear tyres cracking + nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 27 Jul 2016 42,488 miles

nsr tyre has an indent on outer sidewall.

Pass 24 Aug 2015 36,327 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 29,576 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 22,801 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 16,730 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 15,715 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 12,015 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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BL08 CLU is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BL08 CLU, 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.

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What year was BL08 CLU registered?

BL08 CLU is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 25 June 2008.

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