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BD09 YSX

2009 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

40,149 mi
Last recorded40,149 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD09 YSX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 40,149 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 36,492 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 31,672 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 27,757 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel slight damage

Pass 14 Jun 2021 24,634 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 23,317 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 22,126 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 19,751 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 17,957 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 15,055 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 13,319 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 10,869 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 10,856 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 8,776 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 6,664 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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BD09 YSX is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,596cc 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 BD09 YSX, 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 BD09 YSX registered?

BD09 YSX is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 July 2009.

Is BD09 YSX safe to buy?

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