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FY09 FFJ

2009 Volvo XC70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,162 mi
Last recorded156,162 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo XC7093,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY09 FFJ
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 156,162 miles

Offside Front Outer edge of tyre bald

Offside Rear Inner edge of tyre bald

front brake discs poor condition inner outer surfaces

front brake pads getting low

Fail 5 Feb 2026 156,162 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer edge of tyre bald

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

Offside Rear Inner edge of tyre bald

front brake discs poor condition inner outer surfaces

front brake pads getting low

Pass 28 Jan 2025 142,406 miles

both front headlamp patterns getting weak

nearside rear tyre wearing to bald outer edge

offside front side marker not working

offside rear number plate lamp not working

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 10 Jan 2024 127,252 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))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 113,545 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2021 102,666 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2021 102,666 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2021 98,370 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 90,914 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 82,125 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 72,338 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 72,338 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 63,328 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 52,652 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 38,948 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 29,860 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 29,860 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 28,118 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2013 21,504 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 17,295 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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FY09 FFJ is a 2009 Volvo XC70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 93,059 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 XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY09 FFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FY09 FFJ registered?

FY09 FFJ is a 2009 Volvo XC70, first registered on 20 April 2009.

Is FY09 FFJ safe to buy?

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