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AK09 YHE

2009 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,098 mi
Last recorded150,098 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 YHE
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 150,098 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

Offside side repeater lense in mirror damaged

Pass 10 Oct 2024 131,755 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2024 131,754 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 128,431 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 118,897 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 105,309 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 95,727 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 92,505 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 89,496 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 81,539 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 73,757 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 67,348 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 58,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 58,387 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 47,694 miles

All brake discs slightly worn/lipped.

Fine chips in windscreen.

Fail 24 Feb 2014 47,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

All brake discs slightly worn/lipped.

Fine chips in windscreen.

Pass 5 Mar 2013 39,380 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 31,245 miles

Nail in N/S/R tyre tread (225/50x17).

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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AK09 YHE is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK09 YHE, 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 AK09 YHE registered?

AK09 YHE is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 16 April 2009.

Is AK09 YHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK09 YHE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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