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DG08 WMK

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

119,031 mi
Last recorded119,031 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 WMK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021 119,031 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 111,967 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2020 111,966 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 104,787 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2019 104,747 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 95,511 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 85,745 miles

Front & Rear brake worn low

Pass 31 Mar 2016 75,728 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2016 75,728 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 68,565 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 60,836 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 52,523 miles

front tyres slightly worn on edges

Pass 5 Apr 2012 44,458 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 33,262 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 33,259 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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DG08 WMK is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG08 WMK, 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.

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What year was DG08 WMK registered?

DG08 WMK is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is DG08 WMK safe to buy?

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