MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
130,970 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
both rear tyres worn on edges
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (4.1.E.1)
both front tyres inner / outer edges worn
oil leak
Offside brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
Nearside 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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VN08 YLC is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 VN08 YLC, 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 VN08 YLC registered?
VN08 YLC is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 May 2008.
Is VN08 YLC safe to buy?
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