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KV58 XKA

2008 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

196,525 mi
Last recorded196,525 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 XKA
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 196,525 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 192,948 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 188,738 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 180,673 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 170,519 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 155,638 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 145,155 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2017 145,155 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer bottle topped up (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 132,818 miles

Nearside Front tyre cut on sidewall

Offside Rear tyre wearing on edges

Fail 17 Nov 2016 132,369 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front tyre cut on sidewall

Offside Rear tyre wearing on edges

Pass 20 Nov 2015 116,663 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 96,459 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 18 Sep 2014 96,450 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 79,012 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 66,936 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 43,435 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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KV58 XKA is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KV58 XKA, 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 KV58 XKA?

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What year was KV58 XKA registered?

KV58 XKA is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 11 November 2008.

Is KV58 XKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV58 XKA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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