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AK59 VSM

2009 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

247,454 mi
Last recorded247,454 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 VSM
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 247,454 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 244,505 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 237,452 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pads ok (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Jan 2021 237,450 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pads ok (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/18 y xl (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2020 234,886 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 245/40/18 w xl (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear feathered in inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 229,673 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 224,445 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 219,298 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 205,199 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 177,543 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2014 146,082 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2013 108,678 miles

Both front tyres worn to limit

Rear tyres uneven wear

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 VSM is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VSM, 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 VSM registered?

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

Is AK59 VSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 VSM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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