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AF09 YJW

2009 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

148,195 mi
Last recorded148,195 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 YJW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 148,195 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 143,896 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 137,895 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 Jan 2020 137,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

n/s/r tyre flat

Pass 29 Nov 2018 120,336 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 101,851 miles

both front lower suspension arm - rear most - bushes deteriorated

Pass 17 May 2017 98,585 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 92,194 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 85,647 miles

emissions too lean

Pass 10 Apr 2014 79,016 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 58,185 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 42,009 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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AF09 YJW is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2009 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 73,340 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 AF09 YJW, 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 17 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 AF09 YJW registered?

AF09 YJW is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 12 March 2009.

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