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YLZ 1078

2009 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

154,379 mi
Last recorded154,379 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLZ 1078
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 154,379 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 148,867 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 141,644 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing Arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Trailing Arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing Arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Trailing Arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 135,886 miles

front and rear subframes, exhaust system and inner sills are all corroded but not yet seriously weakened

Pass 2 Sep 2021 125,207 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 107,883 miles

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

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 92,978 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 82,695 miles

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))

exhaust system is corroded but still secured

rear brake discs are slightly pitted

Pass 21 Aug 2017 76,554 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 66,245 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 60,627 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 53,325 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 53,318 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 46,124 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 46,119 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 37,840 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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YLZ 1078 is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YLZ 1078, 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 YLZ 1078 registered?

YLZ 1078 is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is YLZ 1078 safe to buy?

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