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DG59 WNM

2009 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

138,157 mi
Last recorded138,157 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 WNM
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 138,157 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 129,002 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 129,001 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 121,645 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NAIL IN TYRE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 113,929 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 106,663 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 98,354 miles

Nearside Front 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 4 Oct 2019 91,106 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 82,793 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 74,290 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 74,291 miles

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release under load (5.2.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 66,634 miles

offside rear light lens cracked

offside rear tyre worn unevenly inner edge/stepped

Fail 3 Oct 2016 66,634 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside rear light lens cracked

offside rear tyre worn unevenly inner edge/stepped

Pass 24 Sep 2015 57,088 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has age related cracking 2009

Fail 24 Sep 2015 57,088 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear tyre has age related cracking 2009

Fail 7 Oct 2014 47,500 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system corroded

fuel tank breather pipe loose

nearside rear tyre perishing and 5 years old

Pass 7 Oct 2014 47,500 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system corroded

fuel tank breather pipe loose

nearside rear tyre perishing and 5 years old

Pass 7 Oct 2013 38,992 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

body sill covers fitted

emissions too clean to register

front brake discs worn slightly

nearside rear tyre age cracked

Pass 9 Oct 2012 32,569 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2012 32,568 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 30,861 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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DG59 WNM is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG59 WNM, 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 DG59 WNM registered?

DG59 WNM is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is DG59 WNM safe to buy?

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