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GU09 UAE

2009 Volvo C70

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,674 mi
Last recorded76,674 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo C7067,241 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 UAE
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 76,674 miles
Fail 28 May 2026 76,674 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 9 May 2025 58,646 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 57,020 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 55,882 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 54,285 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 52,530 miles

Nearside Front rim has been repaired

Pass 8 Jun 2020 51,703 miles

Nearside Front Inner road wheel bead rim evidence of repair

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Jun 2020 51,661 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner road wheel bead rim evidence of repair

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 49,883 miles

Nearside Front Alloy wheel been weld repaired

Fail 7 Jun 2019 49,883 miles

Nearside Front Alloy wheel been weld repaired

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 47,627 miles

Nearside Front alloy wheel rim been welded in 2 places nearly opposite each other

Fail 4 Jun 2018 47,627 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front alloy wheel rim been welded in 2 places nearly opposite each other

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 May 2017 44,718 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 42,476 miles

Nearside Front wheel rim been repaired

Pass 9 Jun 2015 37,896 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 37,896 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 33,152 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 29,396 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 26,478 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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GU09 UAE is a 2009 Volvo C70 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 67,241 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU09 UAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU09 UAE registered?

GU09 UAE is a 2009 Volvo C70, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is GU09 UAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU09 UAE shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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