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YP08 UDM

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

166,788 mi
Last recorded166,788 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 UDM
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 166,788 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 162,432 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 157,179 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 149,242 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

engine cover/under trays/sill covers

Fail 29 Nov 2022 149,242 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

engine cover/under trays/sill covers

Pass 29 Nov 2021 141,519 miles

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2020 134,718 miles

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2019 130,088 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 124,145 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 120,126 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 117,043 miles

engine covers fitted

under-trays fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2015 111,657 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 111,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 106,803 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 106,803 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 101,981 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 91,875 miles

front and rear pads low

uneven tread wear to both rear tyres

Fail 3 May 2013 91,875 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

front and rear pads low

uneven tread wear to both rear tyres

Pass 24 Apr 2012 73,067 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 73,067 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 56,556 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 56,556 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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YP08 UDM is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 YP08 UDM, 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 YP08 UDM registered?

YP08 UDM is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is YP08 UDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP08 UDM shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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