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YR59 MKF

2009 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

126,059 mi
Last recorded126,059 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 MKF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Sep 2012 126,059 miles

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

SMALL CRACK IN NEARSIDE CORNER OF WINDSCREEN

Pass 27 Sep 2012 126,059 miles

SMALL CRACK IN NEARSIDE CORNER OF WINDSCREEN

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 MKF is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 YR59 MKF, 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 YR59 MKF?

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What year was YR59 MKF registered?

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

Is YR59 MKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR59 MKF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR59 MKF have outstanding finance?

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