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DS09 FKL

2009 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

143,067 mi
Last recorded143,067 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2022
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 FKL
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2022 143,067 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 14 Mar 2022 143,067 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 134,101 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 130,152 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 122,036 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 115,052 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Rear back box corroded

Fail 27 Mar 2017 115,052 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Rear back box corroded

Pass 11 Mar 2016 107,264 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 101,665 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 85,316 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 68,812 miles

number plates deteriorating.

Fail 21 Jun 2013 68,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

number plates deteriorating.

Pass 25 Jun 2012 50,981 miles

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

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

wiper blades nearing point where replacement advisiable.

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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DS09 FKL is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DS09 FKL, 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 DS09 FKL registered?

DS09 FKL is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is DS09 FKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS09 FKL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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