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DY09 USC

2009 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73,444 mi
Last recorded73,444 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY09 USC
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2023 73,444 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 64,582 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Dec 2021 64,580 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 55,406 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 52,965 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 50,716 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 49,508 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded have cleaned and greased (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust front flexible getting corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2016 45,318 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 38,123 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 29,812 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 18,406 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 16,269 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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DY09 USC is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DY09 USC, 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 DY09 USC registered?

DY09 USC is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is DY09 USC safe to buy?

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