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AP59 VZJ

2009 Volvo V70

Grey Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

213,880 mi
Last recorded213,880 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP59 VZJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2025 213,880 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 211,491 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack lower part of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 206,327 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 203,194 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 200,548 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 198,854 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 191,666 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 186,504 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 170,166 miles

head lamp kick up masked as eu lamps fitted

Fail 16 Jan 2017 170,166 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

head lamp kick up masked as eu lamps fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2016 160,361 miles

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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AP59 VZJ is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AP59 VZJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP59 VZJ registered?

AP59 VZJ is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is AP59 VZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP59 VZJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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