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AK59 RSV

2009 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

119,129 mi
Last recorded119,129 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 119,129 miles

o/s front screen wash jet slightly blocked

Fail 1 Apr 2026 119,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

o/s front screen wash jet slightly blocked

Pass 14 Apr 2025 108,413 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2025 108,411 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2024 96,015 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured wing mirror indicator discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 85,324 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 84,193 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 83,117 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 82,171 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2018 81,497 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 79,427 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 698,993 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 61,611 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Oct 2013 48,564 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front wheel is slightly buckled

Pass 25 Sep 2012 37,684 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre is worn on the inner edge

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 RSV 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 86.7%.

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 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 RSV, 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 RSV registered?

AK59 RSV is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 17 September 2009.

Is AK59 RSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 RSV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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