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AK59 MJE

2009 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,529 mi
Last recorded146,529 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2021 146,529 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 132,333 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 132,333 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 121,067 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 104,436 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 94,387 miles

exhaust system deteriorated and hangers corroded

sill covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Sep 2016 82,234 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 82,234 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 68,175 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 56,046 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 12 Sep 2014 55,971 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 4 Sep 2013 45,118 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 45,118 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Sep 2012 34,178 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 34,057 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

near side front and rear tyre speed rating differ from that fitted to off side front and rear.

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 MJE is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AK59 MJE, 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 MJE registered?

AK59 MJE is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 16 September 2009.

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