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KU08 KZF

2008 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,401 mi
Last recorded137,401 miles
Recorded on23 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 KZF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2016 137,401 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 125,115 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 27 Apr 2015 125,115 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 110,090 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 94,480 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 84,890 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 56,768 miles

offside rear tyre worn to 3mm

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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KU08 KZF is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KU08 KZF, 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 KU08 KZF registered?

KU08 KZF is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 19 March 2008.

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The MOT history for KU08 KZF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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