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GU09 SZP

2009 Volvo S40

White Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,471 mi
Last recorded93,471 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 SZP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2020 93,471 miles

corrosion to front and rear brakes

rear tyres worn very low inner edge

Fail 22 Sep 2020 93,471 miles

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

corrosion to front and rear brakes

rear tyres worn very low inner edge

Pass 4 Apr 2019 79,390 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 69,316 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 57,816 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 50,276 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 50,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 39,159 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 39,158 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 24,194 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside front tyre starting to wear on the inner edge of the tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both rear tyres are starting to wear on the inner edges

Pass 25 Mar 2013 14,789 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 10,139 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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GU09 SZP is a 2009 Volvo S40 in White with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU09 SZP, 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 GU09 SZP registered?

GU09 SZP is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is GU09 SZP safe to buy?

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