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RV58 BYO

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,720 mi
Last recorded105,720 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 BYO
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 105,720 miles

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 25 May 2018 99,941 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 93,639 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 86,760 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 72,571 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 May 2014 61,700 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

offside front rim damage

rear brake discs corroded/pitted

Pass 28 May 2013 48,538 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 46,849 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2012 46,849 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 36,095 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2011 36,095 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Fail 6 Dec 2011 36,086 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

advise rear brake discs corroded

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 BYO is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue 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 BYO, 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

How do I check the history of RV58 BYO?

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What year was RV58 BYO registered?

RV58 BYO is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is RV58 BYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 BYO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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