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VA08 AYN

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,043 mi
Last recorded122,043 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 AYN
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 122,043 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 12 May 2026 122,043 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 May 2025 110,967 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 100,995 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 91,784 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 82,387 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 74,297 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 66,637 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 58,406 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 54,459 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 49,205 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 44,266 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 44,266 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 40,033 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 34,690 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 29,292 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 29,292 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 23,926 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Jun 2011 17,456 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2011 17,454 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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VA08 AYN is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VA08 AYN, 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 VA08 AYN registered?

VA08 AYN is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is VA08 AYN safe to buy?

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