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FX59 HWJ

2009 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,170 mi
Last recorded118,170 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX59 HWJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 118,170 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 109,643 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened insides of n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 101,668 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 101,668 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 94,209 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 88,428 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 78,713 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 77,640 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 71,495 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 62,760 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 55,384 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 46,065 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 31,837 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 31,837 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 19,713 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2012 19,713 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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FX59 HWJ is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,560cc 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 FX59 HWJ, 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.

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What year was FX59 HWJ registered?

FX59 HWJ is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is FX59 HWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX59 HWJ 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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