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NC08 XMW

2008 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

145,421 mi
Last recorded145,421 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC08 XMW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 145,421 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 141,673 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 141,673 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 135,953 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

hand brake travel

Pass 7 Sep 2017 129,876 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 7 Sep 2017 129,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 121,095 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 108,919 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 106,608 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 96,956 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 96,956 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2013 86,111 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 86,110 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 73,456 miles

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

front numberplate delaminated

windscreen damage

Pass 9 Jun 2011 50,065 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 50,065 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

near side front tyre wearing on inner edge

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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NC08 XMW is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 NC08 XMW, 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 NC08 XMW registered?

NC08 XMW is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is NC08 XMW safe to buy?

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