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SM59 KLJ

2009 Volvo C70

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

97,837 mi
Last recorded97,837 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo C7067,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 KLJ
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 97,837 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres low inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 97,827 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres low inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 95,643 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 92,955 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 90,397 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 87,580 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 87,580 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2020 84,840 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 82,513 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 79,833 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 70,289 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 58,024 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 58,024 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 46,332 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 46,282 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 35,260 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2014 35,260 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 24,823 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 23,112 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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SM59 KLJ is a 2009 Volvo C70 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 SM59 KLJ, 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.

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What year was SM59 KLJ registered?

SM59 KLJ is a 2009 Volvo C70, first registered on 24 November 2009.

Is SM59 KLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 KLJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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