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SM59 GEY

2009 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

171,054 mi
Last recorded171,054 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo XC7093,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 GEY
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 171,054 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 165,328 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 159,869 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 153,040 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 139,903 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 135,488 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 135,488 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 128,686 miles

Offside Front Lower small stone chip on windscreen

Pass 1 Nov 2018 119,258 miles

Offside Front Lower small stone chip

Pass 3 Nov 2017 107,893 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 100,911 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 100,911 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 95,541 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 86,410 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 86,410 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 62,564 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 38,864 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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SM59 GEY is a 2009 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 93,059 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM59 GEY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM59 GEY registered?

SM59 GEY is a 2009 Volvo XC70, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is SM59 GEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 GEY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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