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YC58 KAX

2008 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

161,041 mi
Last recorded161,041 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 KAX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2020 161,041 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 159,428 miles

n/s steering inner arm slight play rear and front tyres on 1.6mm limit

Pass 6 Oct 2018 148,725 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

under-trays and engine cover fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2017 137,668 miles

under trays fitted and engine covers fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2016 131,145 miles

under trays fitted and engine covers fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2015 123,425 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 109,260 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 90,539 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 70,568 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 52,614 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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YC58 KAX is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YC58 KAX, 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 YC58 KAX registered?

YC58 KAX is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is YC58 KAX safe to buy?

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