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YL59 DFX

2009 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

135,926 mi
Last recorded135,926 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL59 DFX
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 135,926 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2026 135,926 miles

Road wheel fixing missing all wheels (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 128,434 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2025 128,434 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 117,876 miles

Seat belt slightly damaged N/S/F (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2024 117,876 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam O/S (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working N/S (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Seat belt slightly damaged N/S/F (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 108,385 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 102,561 miles

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed N/S/F (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2022 102,561 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick REARS (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed N/S/F (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 96,019 miles

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

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

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed N/S/F AND N/S/R (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/R AND O/S/F (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 90,117 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2020 90,117 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 82,566 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 75,454 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2018 75,454 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2017 69,985 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 61,245 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 50,830 miles

childs seat fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2014 40,538 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 35,123 miles

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

rear discs slight lip

Pass 2 Apr 2013

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 22,631 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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YL59 DFX is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2009 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 97,007 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 V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YL59 DFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL59 DFX registered?

YL59 DFX is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is YL59 DFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL59 DFX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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