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BG59 NJU

2009 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

131,468 mi
Last recorded131,468 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 NJU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2024 131,468 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2024 131,468 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 123,388 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 112,762 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on the outside edge [ on the limit]

nearside rear slight movement on the Castor/Camber adjustment bolt.

offside front outer gaiter poor

Pass 16 Nov 2021 100,081 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

oil leak

rusty springs

Pass 18 Nov 2020 89,978 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 83,615 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 77,568 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2018 77,568 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 71,341 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 64,810 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 58,672 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 56,138 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 51,588 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 43,631 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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BG59 NJU is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BG59 NJU, 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 BG59 NJU registered?

BG59 NJU is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 12 November 2009.

Is BG59 NJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG59 NJU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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