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SM08 HKB

2008 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

120,336 mi
Last recorded120,336 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 HKB
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2019 120,336 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 104,910 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 52,946 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 46,216 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 46,216 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 40,813 miles

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 5 Sep 2011 35,237 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 33,224 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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SM08 HKB is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SM08 HKB, 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 SM08 HKB registered?

SM08 HKB is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is SM08 HKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 HKB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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