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FV09 RBO

2009 Volvo XC90

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

138,307 mi
Last recorded138,307 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo XC9092,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 RBO
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 138,307 miles

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 15 Jan 2025 128,130 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Aim is dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Aim is dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2025 128,130 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Aim is dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Aim is dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 120,468 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective and offside front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 111,379 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Jan 2023 111,378 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

o/s rear brake binding on

Pass 10 Jan 2022 101,744 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S has been hot at some point (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Jan 2022 101,744 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S has been hot at some point (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 95,844 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 88,168 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs scored and corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Starting to perish. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs scored and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2019 88,116 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs scored and corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Starting to perish. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs scored and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 81,456 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 81,441 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged furthermost passenger rear belt (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 70,661 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 62,382 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 56,619 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 50,756 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 42,551 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 33,841 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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FV09 RBO is a 2009 Volvo XC90 in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 92,562 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV09 RBO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo XC90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FV09 RBO is a 2009 Volvo XC90, first registered on 10 July 2009.

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