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YG58 LFO

2008 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

137,819 mi
Last recorded137,819 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG58 LFO
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 137,819 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2018 137,816 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 128,227 miles

both front tyres worn on edges on limit

Pass 23 Sep 2016 115,210 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 29 Sep 2015 103,805 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 92,336 miles

front pads worn low

front tyres worn low

os tail light inop

Fail 30 Sep 2014 92,334 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front pads worn low

front tyres worn low

os tail light inop

Pass 18 Jul 2013 77,213 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 77,213 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 66,197 miles

front + rear pads apear low

Pass 8 Aug 2011 53,451 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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YG58 LFO is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YG58 LFO, 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 YG58 LFO registered?

YG58 LFO is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 September 2008.

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