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FY59 VLS

2009 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

133,692 mi
Last recorded133,692 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo XC9092,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 VLS
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 133,692 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2024 129,937 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 126,429 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 122,149 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 113,070 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 103,664 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 97,522 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 93,109 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 93,109 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake noisy

Pass 17 Oct 2017 88,244 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 83,640 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 78,056 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 72,108 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 66,933 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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

Fail 27 Sep 2013 66,304 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 47,836 miles

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

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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FY59 VLS is a 2009 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FY59 VLS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY59 VLS registered?

FY59 VLS is a 2009 Volvo XC90, first registered on 13 October 2009.

Is FY59 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 VLS 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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