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SK08 XSV

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

157,646 mi
Last recorded157,646 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 XSV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 157,646 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 151,620 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 141,055 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 134,913 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 126,238 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2017 126,238 miles

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint both front. (2.4.G.2)

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

coil spring broken both front. (2.4.C.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

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

both front tyres heavly worn on inner edges advise replacement.

Pass 29 Jul 2016 116,320 miles

Engine management light

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both side rear compliance bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 103,945 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 91,454 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 81,675 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2012 70,943 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 70,943 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

Pass 27 Jul 2011 63,494 miles

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

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

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 XSV is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XSV, 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 XSV registered?

SK08 XSV is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is SK08 XSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK08 XSV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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