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KS08 UFW

2008 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

161,024 mi
Last recorded161,024 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 UFW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 161,024 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 156,387 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 154,904 miles

Central exhaust corroding

Pass 28 Nov 2022 152,543 miles

Rear and central exhaust boxes outer skin corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2021 150,814 miles

Centre and rear exhaust silencer outer shells corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2020 148,730 miles

Central exhaust box outer skin rusty

Pass 13 Jun 2019 145,302 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 136,515 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 136,514 miles

Nearside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 128,681 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 128,681 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 120,365 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jun 2016 120,362 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 106,561 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2014 92,302 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 75,778 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 60,059 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 42,667 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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KS08 UFW is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KS08 UFW, 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 KS08 UFW?

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What year was KS08 UFW registered?

KS08 UFW is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is KS08 UFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 UFW shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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