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YP57 EEO

2008 Volvo S40

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,113 mi
Last recorded121,113 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP57 EEO
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 121,113 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 121,107 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2018 109,794 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 97,484 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 97,484 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 82,942 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 82,942 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 67,918 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

o/s headlight slightly dull

Pass 23 Jan 2014 53,372 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 37,189 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 21,147 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 8,135 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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YP57 EEO is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YP57 EEO, 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 YP57 EEO registered?

YP57 EEO is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is YP57 EEO safe to buy?

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