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SY57 RCU

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

111,979 mi
Last recorded111,979 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY57 RCU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 111,979 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect offside and nearside front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 110,607 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges on limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2019 110,545 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 108,715 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 108,715 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 105,344 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 105,344 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 94,140 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 94,138 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 82,822 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 78,064 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 71,839 miles

n/s/f tyre has a cut on the outer wall (not down to canvas)

n/s/r tyre has a cut on the outer wall (not down to canvas)

o/s/f tyre has a cut on the outer wall (not down to canvas)

screw in o/s/r tyre (repairable)

unable to test o/s/r tyre due to baby seat fitted

Fail 2 May 2012 71,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

n/s/f tyre has a cut on the outer wall (not down to canvas)

n/s/r tyre has a cut on the outer wall (not down to canvas)

o/s/f tyre has a cut on the outer wall (not down to canvas)

screw in o/s/r tyre (repairable)

unable to test o/s/r tyre due to baby seat fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2010 60,179 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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SY57 RCU is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SY57 RCU, 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.

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What year was SY57 RCU registered?

SY57 RCU is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is SY57 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY57 RCU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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