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DS08 DBU

2008 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

125,327 mi
Last recorded125,327 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 DBU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2019 125,327 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 108,046 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front wing and bumper damaged

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 28 Aug 2018 107,627 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front wing and bumper damaged

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Jan 2018 91,630 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 90,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2017 87,473 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 80,604 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 69,930 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2014 63,963 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Aug 2014 63,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 55,465 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 49,423 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 42,018 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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DS08 DBU is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DS08 DBU, 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 DS08 DBU registered?

DS08 DBU is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 21 July 2008.

Is DS08 DBU safe to buy?

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