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MF08 GHX

2008 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

72,265 mi
Last recorded72,265 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 GHX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2020 72,265 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 68,998 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 63,909 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 60,024 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 55,906 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

offside rear tyre sidewall damaged

Fail 24 Mar 2015 55,906 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

offside rear tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 18 Feb 2014 53,019 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 46,205 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 35,462 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 35,462 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 26,984 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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MF08 GHX is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MF08 GHX, 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 MF08 GHX registered?

MF08 GHX is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is MF08 GHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 GHX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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