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DA57 VJJ

2008 Volvo S40

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

111,249 mi
Last recorded111,249 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 VJJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2022 111,249 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

both front tyres worn on edge outer

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 8 Nov 2021 104,195 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin app 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 4 Dec 2020 95,585 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 95,585 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 93,244 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 87,133 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 78,200 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 70,066 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 59,932 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2016 59,852 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 50,278 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 20 Jan 2014 41,051 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 28,738 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 15,964 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 12,751 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 VJJ is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VJJ, 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 DA57 VJJ registered?

DA57 VJJ is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 11 February 2008.

Is DA57 VJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA57 VJJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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