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HK57 LNJ

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

105,409 mi
Last recorded105,409 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK57 LNJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 105,409 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 101,960 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 99,433 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 96,184 miles

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

rear brake hose ferrules starting to corrode

Pass 13 Jan 2022 92,263 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

Pass 25 Jan 2021 88,344 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

Pass 10 Jan 2020 85,901 miles

both rear brake hose ferrules getting rusty

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

Fail 9 Jan 2020 85,901 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

both front lower suspension arm inner rear bushes deteriorating

both rear brake hose ferrules getting rusty

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

Pass 22 Jan 2019 82,670 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

both front lower suspension arm inner rear bushes deteriorating

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

Pass 23 Jan 2018 77,321 miles

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

rear tyres wearing close to wear markers

Fail 23 Jan 2018 77,321 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

rear tyres wearing close to wear markers

Pass 3 Feb 2017 72,304 miles

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

Pass 14 Jan 2016 67,771 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 63,517 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jan 2014 60,041 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2013 51,501 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

multiple damage to windscreen

n/s front tyre worn to wear markers and low on edge

Pass 11 Jan 2012 44,477 miles

NOTE plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

damage to windscreen

n/s rear tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 13 Jan 2011 37,959 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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HK57 LNJ is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel 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 HK57 LNJ, 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

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What year was HK57 LNJ registered?

HK57 LNJ is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is HK57 LNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK57 LNJ 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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