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GL59 AKJ

2009 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

126,378 mi
Last recorded126,378 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo XC7093,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 AKJ
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 126,378 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 120,295 miles

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

Nearside Rear LIGHT LENS BROKEN BUT NOT SHOWING WHITE LIGHT ON SIDE LIGHT AND FLASHER

Fail 3 Sep 2024 120,295 miles

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

Nearside Rear LIGHT LENS BROKEN BUT NOT SHOWING WHITE LIGHT ON SIDE LIGHT AND FLASHER

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 108,089 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2023 108,089 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 93,479 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 76,723 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 66,536 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 61,440 miles

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 56,539 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 51,848 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 45,216 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 38,907 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 30,819 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 23,179 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 16,287 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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GL59 AKJ is a 2009 Volvo XC70 in Blue 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 XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 93,059 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GL59 AKJ, 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 GL59 AKJ registered?

GL59 AKJ is a 2009 Volvo XC70, first registered on 18 November 2009.

Is GL59 AKJ safe to buy?

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