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DG59 XYL

2009 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

175,055 mi
Last recorded175,055 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 XYL
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 175,055 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 152,532 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 133,556 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 124,232 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 117,525 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 112,923 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 103,985 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 96,242 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 81,469 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 81,163 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low No adjustment upwards (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 72,174 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2016 72,174 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 61,200 miles

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

Offside rear side light gives out less source of light than the nearside rear

Pass 11 Sep 2014 49,750 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 39,501 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 27,131 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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DG59 XYL is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DG59 XYL, 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 DG59 XYL registered?

DG59 XYL is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is DG59 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 XYL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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