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BJ59 FFT

2009 Volvo V70

Grey Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,918 mi
Last recorded79,918 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 FFT
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 79,918 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 68,599 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 65,963 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2023 65,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Dip beam bulb not fitted correctly PRS repaired (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 59,702 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 54,465 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 54,465 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 51,928 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 50,182 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 46,071 miles

Front steering rack slight play

Fail 16 Nov 2018 46,071 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front steering rack slight play

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front tyre perishing

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2017 43,108 miles

Front slight play in steering rack under load

Pass 28 Nov 2016 38,852 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 35,551 miles

Offside Rear Cut in tyre tread to cords but within MOT limits

Pass 15 Nov 2014 29,689 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Nov 2013 23,171 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 23,171 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 16,707 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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BJ59 FFT is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BJ59 FFT, 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 BJ59 FFT registered?

BJ59 FFT is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 14 December 2009.

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The MOT history for BJ59 FFT 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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