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GF09 ECT

2009 Volvo V70

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

221,347 mi
Last recorded221,347 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF09 ECT
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 221,347 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2023 221,347 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 207,411 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 207,411 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 193,076 miles

Exhaust mounting defective corroded and broken from pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2021 193,071 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective corroded and broken from pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2020 173,276 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 173,276 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 151,157 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2019 151,140 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 138,442 miles

offside and nearside front tyres worn on the inner edges

offside and nearside wiper blades deteriorated

offside rear tyre worn on the inner edge

Fail 23 Apr 2018 138,442 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

offside and nearside front tyres worn on the inner edges

offside and nearside wiper blades deteriorated

offside rear tyre worn on the inner edge

Pass 22 May 2017 124,043 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 124,043 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 May 2016 105,037 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 89,076 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 71,147 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 64,934 miles

off side rear tyre uneven wear near to limit

Pass 20 Jul 2012 45,030 miles

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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GF09 ECT is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF09 ECT, 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.

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What year was GF09 ECT registered?

GF09 ECT is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 7 August 2009.

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