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ML59 HXW

2009 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

29,104 mi
Last recorded29,104 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML59 HXW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 29,104 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 28,560 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2024 28,559 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2023 28,032 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 27,400 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 26,847 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 26,827 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 26,301 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres have cracks within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 25,262 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 24,575 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 23,591 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 22,421 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 21,410 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 19,613 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner shoulder

Pass 19 Apr 2013 17,469 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 17,469 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 16,357 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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ML59 HXW is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 ML59 HXW, 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 ML59 HXW registered?

ML59 HXW is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is ML59 HXW safe to buy?

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