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AK59 ARF

2009 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

197,293 mi
Last recorded197,293 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 ARF
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 197,293 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides inner faces (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides inner face (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security subframe (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 186,637 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 175,095 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 164,321 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 154,830 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 145,824 miles

very dirty car

Pass 6 Jul 2019 130,811 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 118,915 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 108,210 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 107,034 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 92,870 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 78,795 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise front & rear number plates 3D lettering

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 28 May 2015 78,795 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

advise front & rear number plates 3D lettering

Fail 2 Jun 2014 66,773 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2014 66,773 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2013 61,704 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 52,875 miles

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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AK59 ARF is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AK59 ARF, 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 AK59 ARF registered?

AK59 ARF is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is AK59 ARF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 ARF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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