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YC59 BXK

2009 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

194,191 mi
Last recorded194,191 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo XC9092,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 BXK
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 194,191 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Jul 2025 189,919 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 185,297 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 180,398 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 172,720 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 167,387 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2020 162,082 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 162,082 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 157,164 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 154,350 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides rear Axle mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 138,843 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 121,446 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing thin inner and outer edge

slight lift o/s/f inner steering rack arm

Pass 1 Sep 2015 101,042 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 101,042 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect n/s/f (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 83,507 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 68,491 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 52,692 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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YC59 BXK is a 2009 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YC59 BXK, 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 YC59 BXK registered?

YC59 BXK is a 2009 Volvo XC90, first registered on 5 November 2009.

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