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WR59 XHN

2009 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

68,578 mi
Last recorded68,578 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR59 XHN
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 68,578 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 63,026 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 63,025 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 62,880 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2023 62,880 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 61,968 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 59,829 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 57,730 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, rearmost bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 56,055 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 51,945 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 47,405 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 43,516 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 38,965 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 38,964 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Nov 2014 33,525 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 33,525 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 27,840 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 20,164 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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WR59 XHN is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WR59 XHN, 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 WR59 XHN registered?

WR59 XHN is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 25 November 2009.

Is WR59 XHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR59 XHN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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