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RV58 BYL

2008 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

190,978 mi
Last recorded190,978 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 BYL
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2019 190,978 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Dec 2019 190,975 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 175,424 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 168,679 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 149,140 miles

engine cover/under-trays fitted

exhaust gases leaking from turbo

test carried out in wet conditions

Fail 4 Nov 2016 149,140 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour nearside/offside (1.4.A.2f)

engine cover/under-trays fitted

exhaust gases leaking from turbo

test carried out in wet conditions

Pass 6 Nov 2015 126,628 miles

all tyres becoming poor on edges

treads raised rear tyres

Pass 22 Nov 2014 103,594 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 76,971 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre on 3mm of tread

Pass 23 Nov 2012 61,554 miles

emmisions to clean

headlight aims on lower limits

nail in n/s/f tyre

Pass 22 Nov 2011 47,448 miles

see advisory sheet 277022221328

Fail 18 Nov 2011 47,448 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

exhaust system corroded - worse at joints and boxes

front brake pads wearing

n/s/f tyre worn to legal limit - requires attention

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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RV58 BYL is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RV58 BYL, 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 RV58 BYL registered?

RV58 BYL is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is RV58 BYL safe to buy?

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