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VN58 NHU

2008 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,293 mi
Last recorded134,293 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN58 NHU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 134,293 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 134,291 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 132,091 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 129,084 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 128,873 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 124,993 miles

Expansion tank leaking

Pass 6 Oct 2021 120,006 miles

engine coolant header tank split starting to overheat

Pass 30 Sep 2020 117,104 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 0mm inner worn close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

borh rear tyres have uneven wear on inner tread

Fail 30 Sep 2020 117,104 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 0mm inner worn close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

borh rear tyres have uneven wear on inner tread

Pass 8 Oct 2019 113,587 miles

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2018 107,439 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 101,588 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 96,281 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 90,549 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 85,374 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 24 Nov 2014 85,374 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 71,281 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 57,172 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 57,167 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing close to inner structure on inner edge

Pass 10 Nov 2011 43,460 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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VN58 NHU is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VN58 NHU, 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 VN58 NHU registered?

VN58 NHU is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 December 2008.

Is VN58 NHU safe to buy?

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