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LJ59 SZO

2009 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

226,070 mi
Last recorded226,070 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2020
Typical for 2009 Volvo XC9092,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ59 SZO
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2020 226,070 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f lower arm FRONT and REAR bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2020 226,067 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlamp kick up on right (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn n/s/f lower arm REAR bush has excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlamp kick up on right (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f lower arm FRONT and REAR bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 183,887 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 183,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 160,971 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 141,997 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 127,188 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 107,870 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 107,870 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 93,851 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 92,826 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 76,544 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Oct 2012 76,544 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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LJ59 SZO is a 2009 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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

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 LJ59 SZO, 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 LJ59 SZO registered?

LJ59 SZO is a 2009 Volvo XC90, first registered on 31 December 2009.

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