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AK59 UEX

2009 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

131,465 mi
Last recorded131,465 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2016
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2016 131,465 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2015 309,304 miles

STRONG ADVISE both sides rear shockabsorber upper mounts worn

both sides rear trailing arm bushes split

Fail 21 Jan 2015 309,304 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

STRONG ADVISE both sides rear shockabsorber upper mounts worn

both sides rear trailing arm bushes split

Pass 21 Jan 2014 240,444 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Jan 2014 240,444 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 173,879 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 173,879 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 104,886 miles

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

n/s/f tyre on legal limit

Pass 25 Jan 2011 42,898 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 42,892 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 UEX is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 UEX, 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 UEX registered?

AK59 UEX is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is AK59 UEX safe to buy?

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