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AK59 MHV

2009 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,745 mi
Last recorded101,745 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2021
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 MHV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2021 101,745 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

radiator support corroded

Fail 13 Jul 2021 101,744 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

radiator support corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2020 82,527 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 81,662 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 78,698 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 75,823 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 67,066 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 54,109 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 54,109 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 45,662 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

both front tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 16 Sep 2013 38,427 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 31,446 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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AK59 MHV is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AK59 MHV, 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.

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What year was AK59 MHV registered?

AK59 MHV is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is AK59 MHV safe to buy?

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