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NL59 AKV

2009 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

23,056 mi
Last recorded23,056 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL59 AKV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 23,056 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 22,990 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 22,946 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 22,921 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 22,868 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 22,822 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 22,822 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 22,593 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 22,387 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 22,262 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 22,120 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 21,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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NL59 AKV is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 NL59 AKV, 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 NL59 AKV?

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What year was NL59 AKV registered?

NL59 AKV is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is NL59 AKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL59 AKV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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