MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
169,069 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
small crack top of screen
Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS
Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on both sides (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS
Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
small crack top of screen
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
crack in screen
wishbone bushes deteriorating both sides
Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
Front discs slightly worn and lipped
O/S/R tyre slightly worn on outer edge
front wiper blades slightly worn
How Reliable is the Volvo S60?
Based on 758,165 MOT tests across 54,544 vehicles.
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FA08 GXL is a 2008 Volvo S60 in Black with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 2008 Volvo S60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 89,039 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 S60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,009 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA08 GXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Volvo S60 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo S60 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was FA08 GXL registered?
FA08 GXL is a 2008 Volvo S60, first registered on 31 December 2008.
Is FA08 GXL safe to buy?
The MOT history for FA08 GXL shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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