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NK08 PZZ

2008 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,559 mi
Last recorded85,559 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK08 PZZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 85,559 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 83,006 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 78,170 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 75,863 miles

engine and underbody covers fitted

Pass 17 May 2016 72,736 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

items removed from drivers view of the road prior to test

oil leak from engine

Fail 10 May 2016 72,586 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

items removed from drivers view of the road prior to test

oil leak from engine

Pass 22 May 2015 65,623 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2014 57,050 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 45,805 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 40,237 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 31,857 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 31,857 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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NK08 PZZ is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NK08 PZZ, 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 NK08 PZZ registered?

NK08 PZZ is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 21 July 2008.

Is NK08 PZZ safe to buy?

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