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RV08 VRJ

2008 Volvo S40

White Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

150,373 mi
Last recorded150,373 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 VRJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2022 150,373 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2021 148,576 miles

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

Offside Front Bumper damage

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 140,139 miles

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

Offside Front bumber damaged.

Pass 28 Oct 2019 138,752 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 132,821 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2018 132,792 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 31 Oct 2017 122,094 miles

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

front brake discs lipped/worn

offside rear tyre inappropriately repaired/ temporary repair

Fail 28 Oct 2017 122,025 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

front brake discs lipped/worn

offside rear tyre inappropriately repaired/ temporary repair

Pass 21 Oct 2016 110,710 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 21 Oct 2016 110,708 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbone bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Oct 2015 102,002 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 90,187 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 82,563 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 66,617 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Oct 2011 51,023 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 51,023 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 47,616 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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RV08 VRJ is a 2008 Volvo S40 in White with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 RV08 VRJ, 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 RV08 VRJ registered?

RV08 VRJ is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is RV08 VRJ safe to buy?

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