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SB08 XGK

2008 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

139,392 mi
Last recorded139,392 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 XGK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 139,392 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2026 139,387 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 130,766 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 119,010 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 108,458 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2022 98,488 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 98,482 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive WATER LEAK AT ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 88,883 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2021 88,875 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions not tested DUE TO OVER HEATING (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre has ply or cords exposed BOTH REAR INSIDE (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jul 2020 77,851 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 69,599 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 69,595 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 63,909 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 63,908 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Suspension component insecurely attached cv boot (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 55,704 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 47,519 miles

ADVISORY NEARSIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING SLIGHT WEAR

Pass 23 Jun 2015 38,632 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 28,518 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 22,769 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2013 22,769 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 17,292 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 11,353 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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SB08 XGK is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SB08 XGK, 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 SB08 XGK registered?

SB08 XGK is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 July 2008.

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