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SK08 OOV

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,138 mi
Last recorded143,138 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 OOV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 143,138 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 143,138 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2025 137,089 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 130,735 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 130,735 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2023 125,323 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 125,323 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2022 121,133 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 115,417 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 107,645 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 98,787 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 98,787 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 90,731 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2015 80,788 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 75,427 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 67,163 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 56,590 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 52,520 miles

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

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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SK08 OOV is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 SK08 OOV, 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 SK08 OOV registered?

SK08 OOV is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is SK08 OOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK08 OOV shows 18 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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