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GD59 XLG

2009 Volvo XC90

Grey Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,053 mi
Last recorded56,053 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo XC9092,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD59 XLG
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 56,053 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2024 54,500 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 52,921 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside Rear Lamp lens cracked

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2023 52,921 miles

Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both side (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside Rear Lamp lens cracked

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 48,956 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lamp lens cracked

Fail 16 Nov 2022 48,956 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lamp lens cracked

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 40,696 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 36,604 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 58,896 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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GD59 XLG is a 2009 Volvo XC90 in Grey with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GD59 XLG, 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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What year was GD59 XLG registered?

GD59 XLG is a 2009 Volvo XC90, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is GD59 XLG safe to buy?

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