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SG59 RZH

2009 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

102,100 mi
Last recorded102,100 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG59 RZH
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 102,100 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2025 102,100 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 100,075 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 97,536 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 97,536 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable end slightly corroded (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable end slightly corroded (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 93,806 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 88,101 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 84,119 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 84,119 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 80,154 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 74,988 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 74,988 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 69,889 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 64,240 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 60,943 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 60,943 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 53,295 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 44,610 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 33,965 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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SG59 RZH is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 SG59 RZH, 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 SG59 RZH?

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What year was SG59 RZH registered?

SG59 RZH is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is SG59 RZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG59 RZH shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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