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SH58 JZR

2008 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,928 mi
Last recorded52,928 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH58 JZR
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 52,928 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 41,035 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 38,193 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 32,479 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 26,537 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 21,200 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 22 Nov 2012 21,200 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 15,259 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 15,259 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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SH58 JZR is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SH58 JZR, 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 SH58 JZR?

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What year was SH58 JZR registered?

SH58 JZR is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 December 2008.

Is SH58 JZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH58 JZR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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