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FT08 FMZ

2008 Volvo S60

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

139,030 mi
Last recorded139,030 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S6089,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 FMZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 139,030 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2025 138,281 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 125,853 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 121,952 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 117,876 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 117,876 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 114,460 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 111,548 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 107,213 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 102,523 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 101,353 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 101,351 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 97,326 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 94,230 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 90,003 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 84,657 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 78,992 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 65,087 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 50,305 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S60?

Based on 758,165 MOT tests across 54,544 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
7,442
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
54,544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,009
position lamp(s) not working 25,933
Registration plate lamp not working 17,709
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,040
parking brake recording little or no effort 10,865
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FT08 FMZ is a 2008 Volvo S60 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FT08 FMZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FT08 FMZ registered?

FT08 FMZ is a 2008 Volvo S60, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is FT08 FMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 FMZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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