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NV08 TZK

2008 Volvo S40

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,005 mi
Last recorded157,005 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 TZK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 157,005 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 137,809 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2025 137,807 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 May 2024 132,945 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 19 May 2023 127,301 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE STARTING TO CRACK IN TREAD

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component FROM POWER STEERING PUMP (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 19 May 2023 127,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOOT INSECURE (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE STARTING TO CRACK IN TREAD

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component FROM POWER STEERING PUMP (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 121,700 miles

Coolant leak HEADER TANK LEAKING

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 113,175 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 104,903 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

advise all tyres inside edge wearing /n/s/f tyre cut inside edge

Fail 10 Jul 2020 104,903 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

advise all tyres inside edge wearing /n/s/f tyre cut inside edge

Pass 10 Jul 2019 99,226 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 91,982 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 85,575 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 78,127 miles

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

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 8 Jul 2015 69,758 miles

nsr tyre inner outer wall perished

Pass 18 Jun 2014 61,839 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2013 53,438 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 53,438 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 44,219 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 32,900 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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NV08 TZK is a 2008 Volvo S40 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NV08 TZK, 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 NV08 TZK registered?

NV08 TZK is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 15 August 2008.

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