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PJ59 DXE

2009 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

103,228 mi
Last recorded103,228 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ59 DXE
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 103,228 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 96,744 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened radiator support (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 7 Jul 2025 96,744 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened radiator support (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 3 Jul 2024 88,898 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 88,888 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 78,972 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2023 78,972 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 70,432 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 65,158 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 60,780 miles

service schedule light on

Fail 9 Jul 2020 60,780 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

service schedule light on

Pass 9 Jul 2019 54,293 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2019 54,293 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 46,974 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 40,425 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 37,428 miles

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Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

Fail 27 Oct 2016 37,428 miles

Adjust handbrake

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 29 Oct 2015 32,983 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 32,982 miles

Registration plate lamp not working x2 (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 29,245 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 24,991 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 20,810 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 20,808 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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PJ59 DXE is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PJ59 DXE, 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 PJ59 DXE registered?

PJ59 DXE is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 17 November 2009.

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