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FY59 AMV

2009 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,360 mi
Last recorded101,360 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 AMV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 101,360 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 85,315 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 69,485 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front side marker ligh in-op

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

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

Rear tyres perishing

Pass 10 Sep 2013 54,638 miles

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

Nearside side marker light in-op

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

Offside rear tyre starting to perish within tread

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

Fail 10 Sep 2013 54,638 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear tyre starting to perish within tread

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

Nearside side marker light in-op

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 43,190 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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FY59 AMV is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FY59 AMV, 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 FY59 AMV registered?

FY59 AMV is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 8 September 2009.

Is FY59 AMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 AMV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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