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FH08 FVB

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

141,998 mi
Last recorded141,998 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 FVB
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2021 141,998 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 137,586 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 133,377 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 125,888 miles

front brake discs worn

front brakes slight fluctuation

sill covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2017 117,542 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 109,042 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 99,516 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 99,516 miles

Centre Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 85,663 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 73,170 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 73,170 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 59,530 miles

front brake discs worn

Fail 14 Aug 2012 59,503 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake discs worn

Pass 18 Aug 2011 48,252 miles

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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FH08 FVB is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FH08 FVB, 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 FH08 FVB registered?

FH08 FVB is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is FH08 FVB safe to buy?

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