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YR59 GYX

2009 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,908 mi
Last recorded124,908 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 GYX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 124,908 miles

o.s.f seat belt stalk slightly damaged-n.s.f tyre close to limitx2 front discs slightly worn-back box exhaust corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2024 122,124 miles

covers fitted-drivers side seat buckle slightly damaged-exhaust corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2023 117,018 miles

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

exhaust corroded-front springs corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2022 112,367 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 106,806 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 101,187 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2020 101,187 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning bulb inoperative (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 93,900 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 84,665 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 84,665 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 75,539 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 66,628 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 51,437 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 34,943 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 24,662 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 10 Sep 2012 19,056 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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YR59 GYX is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YR59 GYX, 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 YR59 GYX registered?

YR59 GYX is a 2009 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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The MOT history for YR59 GYX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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