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BU09 XBS

2009 Volvo V70

White Petrol 2953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

247,786 mi
Last recorded247,786 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 XBS
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,953cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 247,786 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil close to excessive (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 247,745 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 245,276 miles

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

engine management light on

Pass 11 Jan 2019 244,912 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 244,912 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 237,062 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 222,995 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 207,750 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 185,921 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2013 184,987 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 153,813 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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BU09 XBS is a 2009 Volvo V70 in White with a 2,953cc 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 BU09 XBS, 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 BU09 XBS registered?

BU09 XBS is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 August 2009.

Is BU09 XBS safe to buy?

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