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FY59 VLP

2009 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

130,638 mi
Last recorded130,638 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 VLP
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 130,638 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 122,006 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 114,272 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 108,622 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 108,553 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outside sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2021 104,251 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))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 99,971 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 98,081 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 87,755 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 80,823 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 73,781 miles

Both rear trailing arm bushes starting to perish

Pass 18 Sep 2015 62,916 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 62,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 51,250 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder

Pass 25 Sep 2013 42,360 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 32,354 miles

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

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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FY59 VLP is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FY59 VLP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY59 VLP?

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What year was FY59 VLP registered?

FY59 VLP is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is FY59 VLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 VLP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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