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BN59 WLE

2009 Volvo XC60

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,204 mi
Last recorded154,204 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo XC6090,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 WLE
MakeVolvo
ModelXC60
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 154,204 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 20 Apr 2026 154,204 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 154,060 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

tested in wet conditions/undertrays and sideskirts fitted

underbody front and rear including all components covered in thick black sealant

Pass 14 Aug 2024 150,280 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 145,094 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 140,564 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 136,020 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 132,621 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 125,288 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Jul 2019 125,084 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 116,372 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 106,651 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 97,095 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 83,082 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 72,243 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2013 62,172 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2013 62,172 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2012 53,433 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC60?

Based on 944,286 MOT tests across 100,002 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
8,092
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
100,002
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,822
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,337
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BN59 WLE is a 2009 Volvo XC60 in Silver with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Volvo XC60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 90,717 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,822 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN59 WLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC60 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo XC60 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BN59 WLE registered?

BN59 WLE is a 2009 Volvo XC60, first registered on 9 November 2009.

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