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SO08 DZN

2008 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

126,072 mi
Last recorded126,072 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Volvo V4084,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO08 DZN
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2024 126,072 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 122,621 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 115,688 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 109,034 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 99,946 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 87,615 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 80,832 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 80,828 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2017 74,308 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 66,605 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2015 58,600 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 50,181 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 42,387 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 35,823 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 29,874 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V40?

Based on 1,865,374 MOT tests across 172,439 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,937
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
172,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 66,595
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49,904
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,421
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,897
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27,218
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SO08 DZN is a 2008 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 84,591 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66,595 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SO08 DZN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo V40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SO08 DZN?

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What year was SO08 DZN registered?

SO08 DZN is a 2008 Volvo V40, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is SO08 DZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO08 DZN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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