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RA57 XRW

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

130,919 mi
Last recorded130,919 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 XRW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 130,919 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 128,443 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf & osf (back inner) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 123,534 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 118,691 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Apr 2017 118,691 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working attempted to replace bulb and PRS but in-op due to a terminal contact in lens housing being corroded and worn away (1.1.C.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin osr pad very thin compared to nsr pad also unable to fully inspect both inner rear pads - advise check (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 4 May 2016 107,345 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 96,356 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 84,567 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 71,917 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 56,245 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Mar 2011 47,558 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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RA57 XRW is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RA57 XRW, 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 RA57 XRW registered?

RA57 XRW is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 21 January 2008.

Is RA57 XRW safe to buy?

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