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KP08 CXR

2008 Volvo S60

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

172,448 mi
Last recorded172,448 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S6089,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 CXR
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 172,448 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

undertray fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2024 158,253 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp condensation

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Undertray fitted

Pass 20 Oct 2023 145,450 miles

under tray and side sill covers fitted

Fail 20 Oct 2023 145,450 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))

under tray and side sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2022 134,728 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 129,924 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 115,314 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 115,314 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Mar 2019 100,817 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 95,152 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 86,229 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 6 Mar 2017 86,229 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 75,279 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 67,832 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 67,832 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 60,003 miles

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

exhaust hangers corroded

rear pads low

Fail 10 Mar 2014 59,932 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust hangers corroded

rear pads low

Pass 5 Mar 2013 52,968 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 49,111 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 37,332 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KP08 CXR is a 2008 Volvo S60 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KP08 CXR, 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.

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What year was KP08 CXR registered?

KP08 CXR is a 2008 Volvo S60, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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