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YP09 ZPY

2009 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,071 mi
Last recorded138,071 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP09 ZPY
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 138,071 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2026 138,071 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/50/17 XL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 XL (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 130,530 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 122,741 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 115,243 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 105,728 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 86,637 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 86,637 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 85,206 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 83,484 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 80,301 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 78,521 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 76,563 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 76,563 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' remove phone holder (8.3.1e)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 74,948 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 72,577 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 71,579 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 71,579 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 51,694 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 51,690 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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YP09 ZPY is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YP09 ZPY, 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.

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What year was YP09 ZPY registered?

YP09 ZPY is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 15 July 2009.

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