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DU08 WGX

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,423 mi
Last recorded146,423 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 WGX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2022 146,423 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 134,466 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 130,203 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 119,759 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2019 119,759 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device ineffective track rod end lock nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 111,134 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Feb 2018 111,124 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 103,913 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 96,270 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 87,681 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 78,229 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 64,661 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 50,145 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 Feb 2012 50,145 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 Dec 2011 47,268 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 33,183 miles

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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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DU08 WGX is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DU08 WGX, 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 DU08 WGX registered?

DU08 WGX is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is DU08 WGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 WGX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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