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HY08 WXX

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

86,312 mi
Last recorded86,312 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 WXX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 86,312 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 84,171 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 82,148 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 82,148 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2020 80,488 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 78,900 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 77,179 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 75,472 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 73,823 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 73,823 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 May 2015 72,073 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 May 2014 70,393 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 19 Apr 2013 65,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 65,101 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 52,139 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 52,139 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

tracking reqs checking

Pass 14 Apr 2011 40,202 miles

front pads getting low

o/s/r reflector slight damage

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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HY08 WXX is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HY08 WXX, 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 HY08 WXX?

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What year was HY08 WXX registered?

HY08 WXX is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is HY08 WXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 WXX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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