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DS09 GXF

2009 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

170,954 mi
Last recorded170,954 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 GXF
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2024 170,954 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

coil springs corroded

Fail 17 Oct 2023 170,942 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Fuel tank leaking FUEL NECK (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded BOTH FRONT (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 166,845 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 161,632 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2021 161,632 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Sep 2020 152,303 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2020 152,303 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 145,464 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 145,464 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 134,621 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 120,921 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 106,651 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 92,224 miles

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

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

tyres @ 3mm

Pass 2 Jul 2014 75,751 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 75,751 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 56,265 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 36,974 miles

osr tyre outer wall has cut but cords not showing

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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DS09 GXF is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DS09 GXF, 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 DS09 GXF registered?

DS09 GXF is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 21 July 2009.

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