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AK59 MFX

2009 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

177,892 mi
Last recorded177,892 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 MFX
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 177,892 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front disks slightly worn & corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Exhaust mounting defective central/rear mount corroded away (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to perish/split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 166,569 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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 157,411 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 149,920 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 136,137 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 1 Nov 2021 136,137 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 131,688 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 128,000 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 121,717 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 121,686 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear tyres out of shape

Pass 14 Oct 2017 112,630 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 105,857 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 79,242 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine cover and tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 Oct 2014 68,711 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 55,893 miles

nearside rear tyre tread distorted

offside rear tyre tread distorted

Pass 11 Sep 2012 44,243 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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 MFX is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MFX, 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 MFX registered?

AK59 MFX is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 14 September 2009.

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