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OY08 HXG

2008 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

164,125 mi
Last recorded164,125 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 HXG
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2019 164,125 miles

Front Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 149,638 miles

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

engine cover and undertray fitted.

Fail 6 Aug 2018 149,638 miles

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

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

engine cover and undertray fitted.

Pass 5 Aug 2017 137,368 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 121,394 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded/pitted (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 106,469 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

centre exhaust in poor condition

Pass 19 Jun 2014 96,670 miles

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Jun 2014 96,670 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 90,918 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 89,463 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 Apr 2011 82,027 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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OY08 HXG is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 OY08 HXG, 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.

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What year was OY08 HXG registered?

OY08 HXG is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 25 March 2008.

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