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AO59 HBX

2009 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

51,338 mi
Last recorded51,338 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO59 HBX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 51,338 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH front hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH front arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH front arm REAR bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL rear suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 49,910 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH front arm rear bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 48,457 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 48,457 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 45,918 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 43,208 miles

Rear tyres worn on inner edges but the measurable tread area is on 3.0 mm.

Pass 1 Sep 2020 40,992 miles

Rear tyres out of shape on inner edges but tread on 3.0 mm

Pass 29 Aug 2019 38,704 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 35,792 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 31,580 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inside disc surfaces corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 26,738 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 23,777 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 19,232 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 15,560 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 12,163 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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AO59 HBX is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AO59 HBX, 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 AO59 HBX registered?

AO59 HBX is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is AO59 HBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO59 HBX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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