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SG59 XZM

2009 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,668 mi
Last recorded97,668 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG59 XZM
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 97,668 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 97,668 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front lower wishbone console bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 88,658 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 3mm tread ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 May 2025 88,424 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure tail pipe bracket snapped (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 3mm tread ()

Pass 29 May 2024 66,529 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 May 2024 66,528 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre on 2mm excessively bald inner/Outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 May 2023 49,120 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 34,677 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 34,677 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure and damaged (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside headlamp dimmer than N/S

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

Pass 28 Apr 2021 34,358 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 33,931 miles

Front Body panel slightly loose Grill is insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 May 2020 33,930 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Body panel slightly loose Grill is insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 32,975 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2018 31,631 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 May 2017 30,262 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 29,500 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 28,427 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 26,629 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 24,561 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 23,694 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 XZM is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SG59 XZM, 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 XZM?

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What year was SG59 XZM registered?

SG59 XZM is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is SG59 XZM safe to buy?

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