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YP09 KGF

2009 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2023
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

136,992 mi
Last recorded136,992 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2022
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP09 KGF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2022 136,992 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 126,648 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 126,648 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 114,509 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Jan 2020 114,509 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Central Rear Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 106,829 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 106,829 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2018 104,393 miles

oil leak

Fail 2 Jul 2018 104,393 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

oil leak

Fail 28 Jun 2018 104,321 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction mil light on. (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Exhaust particulate filter obviously modified dfp tampered with, welding (8.2.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 98,791 miles

EMLon !

Front registration plate deteriorating!

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Jun 2016 95,616 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 91,805 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 91,805 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 86,095 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2014 86,095 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 59,137 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 59,137 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 38,682 miles

Front 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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YP09 KGF 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 57.9%.

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 YP09 KGF, 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.

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What year was YP09 KGF registered?

YP09 KGF is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 18 June 2009.

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