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BG59 YYK

2010 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,753 mi
Last recorded93,753 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2013
Typical for 2010 Volvo S4075,671 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 YYK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2013 93,753 miles

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

O/S/F Sidemarker Not Working

Pass 11 Dec 2012 74,823 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 74,823 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 YYK is a 2010 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2010 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 75,671 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YYK, 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 16 years old, this Volvo S40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG59 YYK?

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What year was BG59 YYK registered?

BG59 YYK is a 2010 Volvo S40, first registered on 8 January 2010.

Is BG59 YYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG59 YYK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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