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NC57 VXZ

2008 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

90,657 mi
Last recorded90,657 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC57 VXZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 90,657 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2025 86,256 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2024 80,653 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 21 May 2024 80,653 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 May 2023 74,410 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 67,433 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 60,808 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 56,117 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 51,520 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 46,558 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 40,087 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 33,960 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 32,599 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2014 31,724 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 29,174 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 23,867 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 15,355 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 10,350 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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NC57 VXZ is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 NC57 VXZ, 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 NC57 VXZ registered?

NC57 VXZ is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is NC57 VXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC57 VXZ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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