MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
74,798 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
both number plate lamps slightly dim
brake pad warning light on
front wiper blades slighty smearing
knocking noise heard from n/s/r but couldn't identify from where noise heard
n/s headlamp lens deteriorated
slight movement steering
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
nearside headlamp chipped
slight movement steering
How Reliable is the Volvo S40?
Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R909 VKX is a 1997 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1997 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 100,010 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 R909 VKX, 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 29 years old, this Volvo S40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R909 VKX registered?
R909 VKX is a 1997 Volvo S40, first registered on 17 October 1997.
Is R909 VKX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R909 VKX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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