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YR59 NTX

2009 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

128,579 mi
Last recorded128,579 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo S4073,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 NTX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 128,579 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2025 122,012 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES AT BOTTOMS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2025 121,982 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES AT BOTTOMS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 118,126 miles

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

Offside Front Outer 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 7 Aug 2023 113,738 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 113,738 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 109,661 miles

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

Offside Front Outer 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 Aug 2021 105,711 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 102,742 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 98,359 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 86,780 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 77,799 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 77,799 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 68,010 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 59,605 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 59,605 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 50,402 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 45,081 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 36,926 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 NTX is a 2009 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 NTX, 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 NTX registered?

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

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