MOT Status
ValidMileage
139,330 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))
Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Brake pad(s) wearing thin Fronts (3.5.1g)
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level fluid just above minimum (3.6.G.1b)
Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front brake pads more than 50% worn (3.5.1g)
Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear outer bushes X2 (2.4.G.2)
brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (3.5.1i)
front brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front (3.7.B.3)
Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level fluid just above minimum (3.6.G.1b)
Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front brake pads more than 50% worn (3.5.1g)
Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear outer bushes X2 (2.4.G.2)
brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (3.5.1i)
front brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front (3.7.B.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
child seats fitted to n/s/r and o/s/r,not allowing full inspection of seat belts
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Volvo S40?
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YR08 XOV is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 YR08 XOV, 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.
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What year was YR08 XOV registered?
YR08 XOV is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 3 April 2008.
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