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NJ08 KXG

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

93,874 mi
Last recorded93,874 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 KXG
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 93,874 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 85,156 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 77,440 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 65,042 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 59,893 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 59,717 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack damp (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 18 Mar 2022 59,717 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack damp (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 57,110 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 54,622 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 51,221 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 47,345 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 43,135 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 40,657 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 38,706 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 7 Mar 2014 36,605 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 32,239 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 26,260 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 26,260 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 21,652 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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NJ08 KXG is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 NJ08 KXG, 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 NJ08 KXG?

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What year was NJ08 KXG registered?

NJ08 KXG is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is NJ08 KXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ08 KXG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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