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BG58 LJX

2009 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

123,685 mi
Last recorded123,685 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 LJX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 123,685 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 122,719 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 109,431 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 109,431 miles

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

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

Front under tray fitted

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 95,445 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 82,873 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 71,583 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Jan 2013 71,583 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 54,367 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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BG58 LJX is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,997cc 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 BG58 LJX, 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 BG58 LJX registered?

BG58 LJX is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 9 January 2009.

Is BG58 LJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 LJX 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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