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DN08 XVX

2008 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,380 mi
Last recorded114,380 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 XVX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 114,380 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 106,862 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 97,393 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 91,677 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 Jun 2022 88,247 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 85,811 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 80,701 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 76,624 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 73,073 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 68,974 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 63,314 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 57,875 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 51,119 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 51,119 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 45,111 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 39,345 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 39,345 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 32,367 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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DN08 XVX is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DN08 XVX, 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 DN08 XVX registered?

DN08 XVX is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is DN08 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN08 XVX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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