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AF09 YLC

2009 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

171,198 mi
Last recorded171,198 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2017
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 YLC
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2017 171,198 miles

Nearside Front door damaged

Fail 24 Jan 2017 171,198 miles

Nearside Front door damaged

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 167,814 miles

steering / suspension has slight play

Fail 11 Jan 2016 167,814 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both sides (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

steering / suspension has slight play

Pass 6 Dec 2014 162,490 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 150,241 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 123,797 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 97,501 miles

all brake discs worn\ both rear tyres bald on inner tread approaching legal limit\front brake pads wearing

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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AF09 YLC is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 97,007 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 V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF09 YLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF09 YLC registered?

AF09 YLC is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 24 March 2009.

Is AF09 YLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 YLC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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