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KY58 ELU

2008 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,902 mi
Last recorded89,902 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY58 ELU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 89,902 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2015 89,249 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 78,842 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 75,209 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 50,705 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 36,604 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 36,604 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 27,151 miles

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

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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KY58 ELU is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KY58 ELU, 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 KY58 ELU?

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What year was KY58 ELU registered?

KY58 ELU is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is KY58 ELU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY58 ELU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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