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DG09 VWJ

2009 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

188,521 mi
Last recorded188,521 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 VWJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 188,521 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 179,047 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2024 179,047 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2023 170,250 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 157,936 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 146,737 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 139,881 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 133,382 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 122,884 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 122,884 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 114,130 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 102,165 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 93,998 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 83,258 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 74,446 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 66,461 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 58,906 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Mar 2012 58,906 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DG09 VWJ is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DG09 VWJ, 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 DG09 VWJ registered?

DG09 VWJ is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is DG09 VWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG09 VWJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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