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FV09 LFD

2009 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

146,481 mi
Last recorded146,481 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 LFD
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 146,481 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Light corrosion on Sub-frame/suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 143,298 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 133,412 miles

Front washers leaking, but enough fluid to clean screen

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Front mirror indicator lens broken

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 120,312 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2022 120,312 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 108,966 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides worn/lipped/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth, close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth, close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 108,966 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides worn/lipped/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth, close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Axle/trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth, close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Axle/trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 97,424 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Axle/trailing arm bush, peeling, covers fitted preventing a full view of the bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Axle/trailing arm bush, peeling, covers fitted preventing a full view of the bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 86,808 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2018 73,669 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 65,795 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 56,694 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 50,905 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 42,949 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 42,949 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 35,791 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2012 28,210 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 25,282 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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FV09 LFD is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Grey 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 FV09 LFD, 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 FV09 LFD registered?

FV09 LFD is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 May 2009.

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