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CP08 DYJ

2008 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

117,997 mi
Last recorded117,997 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 DYJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 117,997 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 116,957 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2024 116,931 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 114,776 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 110,860 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 106,594 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 99,028 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 97,029 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 93,040 miles
Fail 6 May 2013 55,647 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 May 2013 55,647 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 39,333 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

child seat fitted at nearside rear

Pass 3 May 2012 39,333 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted at nearside rear

Pass 3 May 2011 22,410 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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CP08 DYJ is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 CP08 DYJ, 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

How do I check the history of CP08 DYJ?

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What year was CP08 DYJ registered?

CP08 DYJ is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is CP08 DYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 DYJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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