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AV09 AHU

2009 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

136,468 mi
Last recorded136,468 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo XC7093,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 AHU
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 136,468 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2024 131,183 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 127,474 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Evidence of brake binding/overheating. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 118,532 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 112,516 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 112,516 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 107,523 miles

Front Both tyres worn close to 2mm tread depth indicators,esp nearside.

Pass 7 May 2019 102,358 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 93,564 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 93,539 miles

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

Rear brake discs worn

Pass 24 Apr 2017 80,860 miles

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2017 80,818 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 71,170 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 57,117 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 45,075 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 36,436 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 27,682 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Apr 2012 27,682 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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AV09 AHU is a 2009 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 93,059 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 XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV09 AHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV09 AHU registered?

AV09 AHU is a 2009 Volvo XC70, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is AV09 AHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV09 AHU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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