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FY59 WJM

2009 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,189 mi
Last recorded85,189 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 WJM
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 85,189 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 84,319 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 82,849 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 80,978 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 80,978 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 78,517 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 77,172 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 75,363 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 24 Sep 2018 72,317 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 69,944 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2016 61,426 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Sep 2015 54,233 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 50,406 miles

cover sills fitted unable to inspect outer sills

near side front tyre damaged on outer wall but not showing cords

Pass 23 Sep 2013 43,630 miles

cover sills fitted unable to inspect outer sills

Fail 15 Sep 2012 35,660 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

exhaust corroding on mounts

near side front tyre worn on edges

Pass 15 Sep 2012 35,660 miles

exhaust corroding on mounts

near side front tyre worn on edges

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 WJM is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Blue 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 FY59 WJM, 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 WJM registered?

FY59 WJM is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is FY59 WJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 WJM 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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