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DF08 CFX

2008 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

78,406 mi
Last recorded78,406 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

RegistrationDF08 CFX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 78,406 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2025 55,995 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 55,638 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2024 54,772 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 53,616 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 51,894 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 51,042 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 50,241 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 48,369 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 46,304 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 42,606 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 38,805 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 35,323 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 31,536 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 26,096 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 26,096 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 21,715 miles

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)

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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DF08 CFX is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DF08 CFX, 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 DF08 CFX registered?

DF08 CFX is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is DF08 CFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 CFX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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