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DA57 OUY

2008 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

59,496 mi
Last recorded59,496 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 OUY
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 59,496 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 59,496 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 55,776 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2024 54,236 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 52,960 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 48,136 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 43,969 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 43,502 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 42,554 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 40,312 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 40,312 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 37,335 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 37,312 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Dec 2016 35,718 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 32,674 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 29,927 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 27,693 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 27,693 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 25,738 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 23,000 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 207,161 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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DA57 OUY is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 DA57 OUY, 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 DA57 OUY?

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What year was DA57 OUY registered?

DA57 OUY is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is DA57 OUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA57 OUY shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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