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HK08 ZDV

2008 Volvo S40

Gold Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

102,781 mi
Last recorded102,781 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 ZDV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 102,781 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 97,123 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 97,123 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 91,557 miles

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 87,819 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 80,127 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 80,127 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 74,312 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 69,059 miles

n/s steering rack gaiter insecure

Pass 19 Oct 2018 62,064 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 55,437 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 49,197 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 43,528 miles

Both front lower suspension arm bushes starting to split (rears)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 35,731 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 27,833 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 19,522 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 11,849 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 10,958 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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HK08 ZDV is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Gold with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HK08 ZDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HK08 ZDV?

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What year was HK08 ZDV registered?

HK08 ZDV is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is HK08 ZDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 ZDV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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