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YL57 LTX

2008 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,412 mi
Last recorded105,412 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 LTX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2020 105,412 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 97,866 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 88,154 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 82,371 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 79,604 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 69,965 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 61,781 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 54,922 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 54,922 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 45,605 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 45,605 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 36,464 miles

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

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

Offside Rear 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.

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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YL57 LTX is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YL57 LTX, 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 YL57 LTX registered?

YL57 LTX is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is YL57 LTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 LTX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL57 LTX have outstanding finance?

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