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SN08 OXG

2008 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

175,473 mi
Last recorded175,473 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 OXG
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2020 175,473 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 162,236 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

front grill cracked

Pass 26 Apr 2018 158,104 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 154,610 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint droplink (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2017 154,605 miles

Nearside Front Lower Sub-frame has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint droplink (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 144,715 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 144,715 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 130,424 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 113,137 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 96,430 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 96,430 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 81,840 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 67,989 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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SN08 OXG is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SN08 OXG, 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 SN08 OXG registered?

SN08 OXG is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is SN08 OXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN08 OXG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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