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DF57 CHC

2008 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

121,953 mi
Last recorded121,953 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF57 CHC
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 121,953 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside side repeater lens missing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 117,312 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 117,312 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 111,604 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 106,355 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 96,389 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 90,218 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 82,646 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 82,645 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 73,889 miles

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

both front droplinks

Pass 30 Apr 2015 66,479 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 56,475 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 46,513 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 34,000 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 17,296 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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DF57 CHC is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,596cc 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 DF57 CHC, 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 DF57 CHC registered?

DF57 CHC is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 27 February 2008.

Is DF57 CHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF57 CHC 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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