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WV09 BNX

2009 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,101 mi
Last recorded130,101 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV09 BNX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 130,101 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 121,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 111,299 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 102,582 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 95,052 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 89,112 miles

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

hand brake travel high

Pass 30 May 2019 79,496 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2018 72,234 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 67,074 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 61,723 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 55,500 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 49,939 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 43,291 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 36,883 miles

n/s/r tyre has cut in sde wall not to cord

Pass 19 Jan 2012 34,432 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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WV09 BNX is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WV09 BNX, 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 WV09 BNX registered?

WV09 BNX is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 March 2009.

Is WV09 BNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV09 BNX shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WV09 BNX have outstanding finance?

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