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RK59 VFM

2009 Volvo C70

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

118,888 mi
Last recorded118,888 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo C7067,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK59 VFM
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 118,888 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2026 118,888 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 117,808 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall damaged/cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/Transmission Area oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 117,807 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall damaged/cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/Transmission Area oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 114,003 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 19 Jun 2024 114,003 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 107,614 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 107,614 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 10,643 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 106,431 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 100,084 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 100,084 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2020 97,486 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 97,486 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 91,114 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 81,133 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 71,330 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear tyre started to wear on inner edge

Pass 20 Jun 2016 67,917 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 61,445 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 55,275 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 48,557 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 48,556 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r tyre uneven wear

Pass 3 Sep 2012 47,509 miles

Offside rear tyre inner edge worn uneven

Fail 3 Sep 2012 47,509 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside rear tyre inner edge worn uneven

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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RK59 VFM is a 2009 Volvo C70 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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

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 RK59 VFM, 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 RK59 VFM registered?

RK59 VFM is a 2009 Volvo C70, first registered on 28 September 2009.

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