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BG09 AFV

2009 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

127,000 mi
Last recorded127,000 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 AFV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2018 127,000 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 122,124 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

engine management light on

Pass 23 Aug 2016 121,509 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 117,765 miles

heat shield above rear exhaust section insecure

Pass 14 Aug 2014 108,446 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 99,602 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 99,602 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 11 Jul 2012 73,617 miles

Both front brake discs slightly worn

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 73,617 miles

Both front brake discs slightly worn

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BG09 AFV is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BG09 AFV, 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 BG09 AFV registered?

BG09 AFV is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 3 August 2009.

Is BG09 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG09 AFV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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