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LN08 OXP

2008 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

148,090 mi
Last recorded148,090 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN08 OXP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 148,090 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 148,087 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 128,691 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 123,922 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 106,974 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 106,592 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 92,544 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 81,281 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 73,198 miles

O/S rear shock absorber 'slightly damp'.

Fail 16 Mar 2011 73,198 miles

O/S rear shock absorber 'slightly damp'.

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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LN08 OXP is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LN08 OXP, 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 LN08 OXP?

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What year was LN08 OXP registered?

LN08 OXP is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is LN08 OXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN08 OXP shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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