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SJ58 SVT

2008 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

150,068 mi
Last recorded150,068 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ58 SVT
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 150,068 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear heatshield

Pass 18 Aug 2021 138,213 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 130,773 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 113,868 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre On Shoulder 205/55/16 ()

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

Fail 26 Oct 2019 113,868 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre On Shoulder 205/55/16 ()

Pass 27 Oct 2018 93,703 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 81,135 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 70,248 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 70,248 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2015 59,259 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 48,282 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 40,050 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 34,745 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 34,745 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 24,894 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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SJ58 SVT is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SJ58 SVT, 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

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What year was SJ58 SVT registered?

SJ58 SVT is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is SJ58 SVT safe to buy?

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