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AK59 LVU

2009 Volvo XC70

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

194,046 mi
Last recorded194,046 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo XC7093,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 LVU
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 194,046 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 184,582 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 184,582 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 170,800 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 159,351 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2023 159,351 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 145,466 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 134,313 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 134,310 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 126,466 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 118,561 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Jul 2018 105,966 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2018 105,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 97,296 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 97,296 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 85,803 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 76,699 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 76,699 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 65,831 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 54,135 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 54,135 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 47,011 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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AK59 LVU is a 2009 Volvo XC70 in Silver with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2009 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 93,059 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 XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK59 LVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK59 LVU registered?

AK59 LVU is a 2009 Volvo XC70, first registered on 10 September 2009.

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