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GK08 APX

2008 Volvo S60

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

163,291 mi
Last recorded163,291 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S6089,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 APX
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 163,291 miles

Offside Front Stone chip in windscreen

Parking brake effort low

Pass 15 Aug 2024 151,321 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake requirement only just met

Pass 16 Aug 2023 133,531 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 115,725 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 115,713 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 112,637 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 102,581 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 102,564 miles

Exhaust system insecure rear box hanger and rubber mounting missing- rear box also corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 92,413 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Dec 2019 92,322 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 86,080 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 84,418 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 83,033 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 98,250 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Nov 2016 98,250 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 81,144 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 80,914 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 73,185 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 59,028 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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GK08 APX is a 2008 Volvo S60 in Silver with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 GK08 APX, 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

How do I check the history of GK08 APX?

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What year was GK08 APX registered?

GK08 APX is a 2008 Volvo S60, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is GK08 APX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK08 APX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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