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CP08 EMK

2008 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,608 mi
Last recorded102,608 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 EMK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2019 102,608 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSHES BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 84,787 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 70,770 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 56,761 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 45,974 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 28,987 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 19,850 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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CP08 EMK is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EMK, 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 EMK?

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What year was CP08 EMK registered?

CP08 EMK is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is CP08 EMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 EMK shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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