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SV08 UTN

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

108,318 mi
Last recorded108,318 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 UTN
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2018 108,318 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2018 108,314 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1.6mm (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3mm (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2017 85,586 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 67,053 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 67,053 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 44,735 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 30,072 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 27,771 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 Mar 2012 21,951 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 21,951 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 16,085 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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SV08 UTN is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SV08 UTN, 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 SV08 UTN registered?

SV08 UTN is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SV08 UTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 UTN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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