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BV58 XRR

2008 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

137,605 mi
Last recorded137,605 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 XRR
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 137,605 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 106,393 miles

o/s/r lamp has slight crack o/s/r reflector slight crack

Pass 25 Sep 2015 91,192 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement large rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Large rear bush (2.4.G.2)

covers fitted

Fail 25 Sep 2015 91,192 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement large rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Large rear bush (2.4.G.2)

covers fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2014 78,831 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 71,878 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 71,471 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 48,063 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 23,538 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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BV58 XRR is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BV58 XRR, 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 BV58 XRR registered?

BV58 XRR is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is BV58 XRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV58 XRR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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