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GU59 UZM

2009 Volvo C70

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,524 mi
Last recorded71,524 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo C7067,241 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 UZM
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 71,524 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Dec 2024 59,724 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2024 59,724 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Dec 2023 57,261 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 57,230 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 53,707 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 49,737 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished

Nearside Rear tyre heavily perished

Pass 1 Dec 2020 49,257 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 48,397 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 47,598 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 45,574 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 39,156 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 34,696 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 29,099 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 29,099 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 23,791 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 23,791 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 18,032 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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GU59 UZM is a 2009 Volvo C70 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU59 UZM, 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 GU59 UZM registered?

GU59 UZM is a 2009 Volvo C70, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is GU59 UZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 UZM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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