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HK08 CEX

2008 Volvo XC90

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

167,748 mi
Last recorded167,748 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC9097,953 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 CEX
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 167,748 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2024 163,782 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 158,645 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 150,724 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 145,919 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear THIRD ROW BELTS NOT FULLY CHECKED [ SEATS DOWN]

Pass 25 Jun 2020 140,251 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 131,294 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 131,294 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2018 121,118 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 112,717 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 102,048 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 91,055 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Towbar with 7 pin socket fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jun 2014 81,114 miles

emissions to clean to test

exhaust corroded

o/s/r tyre wearing on edges close to limit

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 28 Jun 2013 67,969 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advanced movement in both rear trailing arm bushes

both front lower suspension arm inner bushes worn

front brake pads wearing low

unable to check hydraulic systems fully due to wet weather conditions

unable to test emissions - low emitter

Pass 20 Jun 2012 54,625 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

exhaust corroded

front discs worn

rear discs worn

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 31 May 2011 42,272 miles

Diesel smoke emissions too clean to be recorded - no printout.

Outer edges on front tyres wearing thin.

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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HK08 CEX is a 2008 Volvo XC90 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 97,953 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK08 CEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo XC90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK08 CEX registered?

HK08 CEX is a 2008 Volvo XC90, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is HK08 CEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 CEX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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