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GJ09 ECV

2009 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

122,352 mi
Last recorded122,352 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ09 ECV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 122,352 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Nov 2024 118,633 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 113,791 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 106,890 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 101,977 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 92,719 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 86,947 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 82,662 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 78,340 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 72,516 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 72,516 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 67,820 miles

wipers poor

Pass 14 Apr 2014 59,158 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 51,387 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 41,480 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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GJ09 ECV is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GJ09 ECV, 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 GJ09 ECV registered?

GJ09 ECV is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is GJ09 ECV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ09 ECV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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