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LX59 VYH

2009 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

233,303 mi
Last recorded233,303 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo XC9092,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 VYH
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 233,303 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 225,083 miles

headlamp lens deteriorated-rear axle corroded-osf shocker damp-osf wishbone rear bush perished slightly-rear suspension arms bushes perished slightly-middle prop shaft bush slight play-

parking brake passed on limit-front registration plate deteriorated-osf balljoint slight play-

Pass 24 Jun 2024 213,444 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 202,009 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 188,123 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox cracked (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front near legal limit both rear wearing close to tread markers (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 170,625 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 157,838 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 147,591 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Jul 2019 147,307 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking leaking around delivery hose (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 135,950 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides

Fail 17 Sep 2018 135,949 miles

Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides

Pass 14 Aug 2017 123,417 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 123,417 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 112,764 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 103,240 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 96,863 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 76,348 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf tyre has slight side wall damage

Pass 6 Dec 2012 61,533 miles

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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LX59 VYH is a 2009 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LX59 VYH, 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 LX59 VYH registered?

LX59 VYH is a 2009 Volvo XC90, first registered on 23 December 2009.

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