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CX08 VFW

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

81,094 mi
Last recorded81,094 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 VFW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 81,094 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 80,252 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 79,002 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2024 79,000 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 77,234 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 76,043 miles

Offside Slight damage to osr lower plastic body sill cover

Pass 18 Aug 2021 74,801 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 74,801 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 73,796 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 73,796 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 71,401 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 67,744 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 64,169 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 60,877 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 60,877 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 56,731 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 53,592 miles

Both rear exhaust mounts rusty.

both hand brake cable ends rusty.

Pass 21 Feb 2013 49,453 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 46,183 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 40,961 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 40,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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CX08 VFW is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 CX08 VFW, 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 CX08 VFW registered?

CX08 VFW is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is CX08 VFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX08 VFW shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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