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CP08 YYK

2008 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

158,900 mi
Last recorded158,900 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 158,900 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

oil leak

undertray fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2017 142,375 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under-trays and engine cover fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2016 126,637 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 113,509 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2014 107,830 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 104,204 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 95,432 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 80,471 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside rear tyre worn to 2mm

offside rear tyre worn to 2mm

Fail 18 Jul 2011 80,471 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside rear tyre worn to 2mm

offside rear tyre worn to 2mm

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 YYK is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,997cc 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 CP08 YYK, 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 CP08 YYK registered?

CP08 YYK is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 24 July 2008.

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