VOLVO FT08FMY MOT History, Tax Status & Mileage

infoGeneral Information

Make	VOLVO
Model	S40
Colour	BLUE
Year of manufacture	2008
Fuel type	PETROL
Wheelplan	2 AXLE RIGID BODY
First registration	01 Jul 2008
Vehicle age	18 years
Type approval	M1
Date of last V5C issued	11 Mar 2024
Marked for export	No
Ownership stability	Medium-term ownership
Estimated current ownership	2.4 years

local_gas_stationEngine & Fuel Consumption

Engine capacity	1,596 cc
Fuel type	PETROL
CO₂ emissions (official)	169 g/km
Fuel efficiency (est.)	~41 MPG
Environmental rating	2/10
ULEZ & Environmental Compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Est. annual fuel cost	~£1,357

assignment_turned_inVehicle Status, Tax & MOT

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✓ Taxed Tax due: 01 Jan 2027

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✓ MOT Valid Expires: 11 Jan 2027

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ULEZ: Likely Non-Compliant Euro standard: Unknown

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✓ Not Marked for Export Registration: FT08FMY

MOT Expires In

177

days (11 Jan 2027)

Tax Expires In

167

days (01 Jan 2027)

Registration	FT08FMY
MOT status	✓ Valid
MOT expiry date	11 Jan 2027
MOT days remaining	177 days
Tax status	Taxed
Tax due date	01 Jan 2027
Tax days remaining	167 days
V5C last issued	11 Mar 2024
Marked for export	No
ULEZ compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Estimated next MOT outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Service reminder	2611 miles in ~3 months

psychologyAI & Advanced Insights

AI Buyer Risk Indicator	cancelHigh Risk — Caution Recommended
Smart Buyer Recommendation	Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.
Vehicle Condition Rating	Very Poor
Vehicle Reliability Rating	2.5 / 10
MOT Failure Risk Prediction	95% (High Risk)
Estimated Next MOT Outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Pass / Fail Trend	Stable
vs. Class Average (72% pass rate)	Near class average
MOT History Score	40/100
Overall Vehicle Risk Score	65/100 — High Risk
Data Confidence Score	95%
Vehicle Transparency Score	100/100
Vehicle Usage Pattern	Heavy / Long-Distance Use
Est. Running & Maintenance Cost	~£2,337 / year
Est. Annual Fuel Cost	~£1,357
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost	~£980
Future Repair & Defect Prediction	Tyres, Suspension & Steering, Lighting / Electrical
Taxi / Commercial Use Risk	✓ No taxi use detected
Long-Term Owner Indicator	Not indicated
Est. Remaining Lifetime	~0 years (at current mileage rate)

summarizeAI Vehicle Summary

AI-Generated Summary VOLVO S40 (2008), BLUE, PETROL, 1,596cc. Has completed 21 MOT tests, with a 71% pass rate (15 passed, 6 failed). Recorded 150,955 miles, averaging 10,442 miles/yr. 36 advisory items recorded. Vehicle health score: 25/100 (Very Poor). Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.

historyMOT History Summary

MOT expiry date	2027-01-11
MOT pass rate	71%
Tests passed	15
Tests failed	6
Dangerous defects (total)	0
Major defects (total)	5
Minor defects (total)	0
Advisory items (total)	36
Pass / Fail trend	Stable
vs. UK class average	Near class average

fact_checkFull MOT History (21 Tests)

MOT #21 2026-01-10 11:11

Test number: 280767591588

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Jan 2027

Odometer: 150,955 MI

Items: 5

Advisory Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £670 – £2,760

MOT #20 2025-01-10 15:23

Test number: 228038503353

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Jan 2026

Odometer: 131,605 MI

Items: 7

Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + offside front (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement + offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Advisory Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £665 – £2,080

MOT #19 2024-01-12 10:19

Test number: 926311450010

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Jan 2025

Odometer: 103,782 MI

Items: 5

Advisory Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £500 – £1,550

MOT #18 2022-07-07 12:02

Test number: 476700222068

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 19 Jul 2023

Odometer: 93,995 MI

Items: 1

Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £80 – £400

MOT #17 2022-07-07 12:01

Test number: 928499278176

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 93,995 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £130 – £700

MOT #16 2021-07-10 10:29

Test number: 945538794239

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 19 Jul 2022

Odometer: 82,340 MI

Items: 4

Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & wearing uneven (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory N/S Front tyre Wearing uneven
Advisory Components & structural corrosion
Advisory exhaust rear silencer heat shield insecure

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £300 – £1,560

MOT #15 2020-07-20 11:34

Test number: 676862162899

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 19 Jul 2021

Odometer: 73,640 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing . 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £160 – £430

MOT #14 2020-07-20 11:34

Test number: 968654276047

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 73,640 MI

Items: 4

Advisory Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour offside / nearside (4.4.3 (a))
Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing . 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £230 – £830

MOT #13 2019-05-13 16:51

Test number: 731798276192

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 12 Nov 2020

Odometer: 64,909 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #12 2019-05-13 11:59

Test number: 596885970331

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 64,909 MI

Items: 5

Major Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
Major Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major Front Exhaust system insecure pipe support bracket snapped (6.1.2 (a))
Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £500 – £1,500

MOT #11 2018-08-15 15:44

Test number: 987383932686

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 16 Aug 2019

Odometer: 64,381 MI

Items: 4

Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £450 – £1,600

MOT #10 2017-08-17 11:57

Test number: 571334524055

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 16 Aug 2018

Odometer: 57,188 MI

Items: 1

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

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £115 – £270

MOT #9 2016-07-12 14:42

Test number: 177675327645

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 29 Jul 2017

Odometer: 51,796 MI

Items: 2

Advisory nearside mirror assembly broken
Advisory rear brake pads 90% worn

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £155 – £470

MOT #8 2015-07-07 12:54

Test number: 368898885184

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 29 Jul 2016

Odometer: 46,823 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #7 2014-07-10 17:53

Test number: 157281794176

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 29 Jul 2015

Odometer: 42,751 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #6 2014-07-10 09:52

Test number: 595831194195

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 42,751 MI

Items: 2

Fail Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Fail front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £100 – £600

MOT #5 2013-07-19 16:38

Test number: 495400103273

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 29 Jul 2014

Odometer: 38,522 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #4 2013-07-18 18:15

Test number: 428439693181

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 38,522 MI

Items: 3

Fail Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £170 – £660

MOT #3 2012-07-27 15:34

Test number: 519919002282

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 29 Jul 2013

Odometer: 33,792 MI

Items: 3

Advisory BOTH FRONT WIPERS ARE SMEARING SLIGHTLY
Advisory O/S/R TYRE IS WORN TO 3/2/2mm
Advisory N/S/R TYRE IS WORN TO 2/3/2mm

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £135 – £420

MOT #2 2012-07-27 13:59

Test number: 155749602289

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 33,792 MI

Items: 4

Fail Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Advisory BOTH FRONT WIPERS ARE SMEARING SLIGHTLY
Advisory O/S/R TYRE IS WORN TO 3/2/2mm
Advisory N/S/R TYRE IS WORN TO 2/3/2mm

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £185 – £720

MOT #1 2011-07-28 18:32

Test number: 226949401261

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 29 Jul 2012

Odometer: 28,413 MI

Items: 2

Advisory N/S/R TYRE IS WORN TO 2/3/2mm
Advisory O/S/R TYRE IS WORN TO 3/3/3mm

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £120 – £360

speedMileage Check

Odometer unit	miles
Mileage registrations	21
First registration	2011-07-28
Last registration	2026-01-10
Latest reading	150,955 miles
Annual avg (est.)	10,442 mi/yr
vs UK average	Above average
% of UK avg	147%
Mileage growth trend	Increasing use
Wear level	96% — Very High Wear
Odometer consistency	✓ Consistent

Registration #1	2011-07-28	28,413 miles
Registration #2	2012-07-27	33,792 miles
Registration #3	2012-07-27	33,792 miles
Registration #4	2013-07-18	38,522 miles
Registration #5	2013-07-19	38,522 miles
Registration #6	2014-07-10	42,751 miles
Registration #7	2014-07-10	42,751 miles
Registration #8	2015-07-07	46,823 miles
Registration #9	2016-07-12	51,796 miles
Registration #10	2017-08-17	57,188 miles
Registration #11	2018-08-15	64,381 miles
Registration #12	2019-05-13	64,909 miles
Registration #13	2019-05-13	64,909 miles
Registration #14	2020-07-20	73,640 miles
Registration #15	2020-07-20	73,640 miles
Registration #16	2021-07-10	82,340 miles
Registration #17	2022-07-07	93,995 miles
Registration #18	2022-07-07	93,995 miles
Registration #19	2024-01-12	103,782 miles
Registration #20	2025-01-10	131,605 miles
Registration #21	2026-01-10	150,955 miles

infoMileage shows a consistent upward trend — no anomalies suggesting odometer tampering.

list_altMost Common Defects & Advisories

⚠ Top Defects (Failures)
Handbrake	×2
Suspension	×2
Exhaust System	×1
ℹ Top Advisories
Tyres	×12
Exhaust System	×5
Suspension	×4
Wheel Bearing	×3
Brake Pads	×3

handymanAI Maintenance Suggestions

arrow_forwardInspect brake pads, discs and calipers — recurring brake-related items noted.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread depth and condition; replacement may be needed.
arrow_forwardSuspension components (bushes, shocks, ball joints) should be inspected.
arrow_forwardCorrosion noted — inspect underbody, sills, and structural areas.
arrow_forwardAt 18 years old, a full service including timing belt/chain check is recommended.
arrow_forwardHigh mileage vehicle — check coolant system, gearbox oil, and driveshaft boots.

checklistMOT Preparation Advice

arrow_forwardHave brakes checked by a mechanic before the MOT.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread (min 1.6mm) and tyre pressures.
arrow_forwardCheck suspension and steering for play or noise.
arrow_forwardEnsure all lights are working (headlights, brake lights, indicators).
arrow_forwardCheck windscreen wipers and washer fluid.
arrow_forwardCheck for underbody corrosion on sills and chassis.

build_circleEstimated Repair Costs by Defect Severity

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Major Defects

£500 – £1,500

5 defects found

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Advisory Items

£3,455 – £12,310

36 items noted

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All-Time Total Est.

£4,665 – £16,910

Across all MOT tests

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Latest MOT Est.

£670 – £2,760

Most recent test

info Cost estimates are indicative based on UK average repair prices for each defect type. Actual costs may vary by region, vehicle age, and garage. Always obtain multiple quotes.

trending_downEstimated Market Value & Depreciation

Est. Market Value

£1,200

Based on age, mileage & condition

Annual Depreciation

£162

~14% per year

Running Cost / yr

£2,337

Fuel + maintenance est.

Vehicle Age

years old

info Disclaimer: This valuation is an algorithmic estimate based on public DVLA/DVSA data (age, mileage, and MOT history). It does not account for specific trim levels, optional extras, physical condition, or service history. Always conduct your own market research before buying or selling a vehicle.