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SV08 ZXW

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

131,783 mi
Last recorded131,783 miles
Recorded on21 May 2014
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 ZXW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 May 2014 131,783 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 21 May 2014 131,783 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 106,123 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 29 Apr 2013 106,123 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 May 2011 65,260 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 May 2011 65,260 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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 ZXW is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 ZXW, 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 ZXW registered?

SV08 ZXW is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 15 June 2008.

Is SV08 ZXW safe to buy?

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