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RK59 VZU

2009 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

102,999 mi
Last recorded102,999 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK59 VZU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 102,999 miles
Fail 18 May 2026 102,999 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 91,306 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 91,306 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 88,201 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2023 84,688 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 81,398 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 22 Sep 2022 81,398 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Sep 2021 77,444 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre outer side wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2021 77,444 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre outer side wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 74,854 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing A slight cracking on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Aug 2020 74,816 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering rack gaiter adrift (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing A slight cracking on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 72,406 miles

Rear number plate faded

Fail 11 Sep 2019 72,406 miles

Rear number plate faded

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 67,690 miles

Both front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

Pass 12 Sep 2017 63,358 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 58,343 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tire perished

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Sep 2016 58,343 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tire perished

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 50,394 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 40,428 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

battery covered

Pass 5 Sep 2013 32,351 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Sep 2013 32,351 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2012 24,319 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)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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RK59 VZU is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,997cc 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 RK59 VZU, 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 RK59 VZU registered?

RK59 VZU is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is RK59 VZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK59 VZU shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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