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LX59 VYM

2009 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

64,587 mi
Last recorded64,587 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 VYM
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 64,587 miles

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

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

Offside Front driveshaft support bearing slight noise

Fail 11 Jul 2024 64,587 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front driveshaft support bearing slight noise

Pass 20 Jul 2023 60,368 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 55,800 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2022 55,792 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 51,404 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 48,876 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 45,418 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 42,830 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 39,054 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 34,719 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 28,868 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 24,665 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 19,514 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 14,618 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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LX59 VYM is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LX59 VYM, 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

How do I check the history of LX59 VYM?

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What year was LX59 VYM registered?

LX59 VYM is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is LX59 VYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX59 VYM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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