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FG09 RMO

2009 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

144,264 mi
Last recorded144,264 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 RMO
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 144,264 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2025 131,900 miles

both rear tyres scrubbing on inner edges.

Pass 15 Dec 2023 112,317 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2022 100,307 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge bald // 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 96,027 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 91,121 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 84,623 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 77,823 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 70,030 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 63,617 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 50,421 miles

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 30 Jun 2014 44,666 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 44,664 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 39,469 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 33,430 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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FG09 RMO is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FG09 RMO, 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 FG09 RMO registered?

FG09 RMO is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 June 2009.

Is FG09 RMO safe to buy?

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