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LV08 HNP

2008 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

165,557 mi
Last recorded165,557 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 HNP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 165,557 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 141,540 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 116,754 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 95,857 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 78,219 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 51,861 miles

front brake pads getting low

nearside rear tyre nearing limit and badly cracking (inner edge worn).

offside front lower suspension arm (rear) bush showing signs of wear

slight distortion to offside front (inner) wheel rim

Pass 17 Apr 2013 34,647 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 25,655 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 25,655 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 18,113 miles

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

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

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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LV08 HNP is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LV08 HNP, 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 LV08 HNP registered?

LV08 HNP is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is LV08 HNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 HNP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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