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WA58 ORZ

2008 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,671 mi
Last recorded133,671 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA58 ORZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2023 133,671 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2023 133,671 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 123,920 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very unevenly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 109,409 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

offside front dipped beam dull

Fail 10 Jun 2021 109,409 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on min limit of 1.6 mm and bald edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm inner (5.2.3 (e))

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

offside front dipped beam dull

Pass 29 Jun 2020 93,346 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre worn inner edge

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

oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2019 90,881 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 90,881 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 82,836 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 75,710 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 67,064 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 67,064 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 56,356 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 48,299 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2014 48,295 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 37,728 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 37,725 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 26,789 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 26,786 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 15,527 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2011 15,202 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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WA58 ORZ is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WA58 ORZ, 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 WA58 ORZ registered?

WA58 ORZ is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is WA58 ORZ safe to buy?

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