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YR59 KBY

2009 Volvo C70

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

117,343 mi
Last recorded117,343 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 Volvo C7067,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 KBY
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 117,343 miles

Brake pedal anti slip split on the edge.

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

Nearside Dip beam slightly dim.

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

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 100,622 miles

Brake pedal anti slip split on the edge.

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

Offside Front Headlamp has condensation.

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

Fail 27 Aug 2021 100,614 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pedal anti slip split on the edge.

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

Offside Front Headlamp has condensation.

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

Pass 5 Sep 2020 91,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4MM. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4MM. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater lens has been taped.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4MM. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Sep 2020 91,274 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4MM. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4MM. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater lens has been taped.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4MM. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 86,825 miles

Front Lower rear suspension arm bushes deteriorated,not excessive

Nearside Front tyre got cut in outer wall,not to excess

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 79,410 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 71,347 miles

Front Lower rear suspension arm bushes got slight cracks

Front brake pads getting slightly lower on inner side

Nearside Rear tyre got nail in tread

Offside Rear tyre got slight flat/ high spots at inner edge

Offside Rear tyre slightly more worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Sep 2016 64,139 miles

Offside Rear tyre shows slight more wear at inner edge

damage to nearside front tyre outer wall,but not to excess

tiny stone chips in swept area of screen

Pass 5 Oct 2015 52,254 miles

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)

under tray fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2014 39,713 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2013 29,810 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 36,197 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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YR59 KBY is a 2009 Volvo C70 in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YR59 KBY, 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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YR59 KBY is a 2009 Volvo C70, first registered on 28 September 2009.

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