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KP58 LYF

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,751 mi
Last recorded86,751 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP58 LYF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 86,751 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 86,751 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2017 69,841 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2017 67,234 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 64,580 miles

Front wipers starting to smear

boot does not always open

nearside mirror only temporary type

Pass 26 Jan 2015 50,520 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 26 Jan 2015 50,520 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 41,509 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 36,365 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 27,918 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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KP58 LYF is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KP58 LYF, 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 KP58 LYF registered?

KP58 LYF is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is KP58 LYF safe to buy?

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Does KP58 LYF have outstanding finance?

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