Volvo V70 (2009)
2009 Volvo V70
CarHunch analysed 4,687 real MOT records for the 2009 Volvo V70. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2009 Volvo V70 passes its MOT at 78%, slightly below the UK average of 80%, but the real concern is that nearly half of these cars (49.3%) have recorded at least one dangerous defect in their MOT history—well above what you'd want to see in a used buy. Diesel models, which make up 93% of the sample, perform marginally worse at 77.8% pass rate compared to petrol's 79.9%, though the difference is modest.
At around 97,000–101,000 miles, these cars are typically mid-to-high mileage for their age, and they're averaging 3.78 failures per test along with an unusually high 22.2 advisories, pointing to cumulative wear and neglected maintenance issues. If you're considering this model, insist on a full service history and pre-purchase inspection focused on the suspension and brake system, where the advisory count suggests preventative work often gets deferred.
What to check before buying a 2009 Volvo V70
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 49.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (93%) | 4,350 | 77.8% | 3.87 |
| Petrol (7%) | 334 | 79.9% | 2.69 |
| Electric (0%) | 2 | 82.3% | 2.5 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Volvo V70 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2009 Volvo V70 vehicles fall between 78,239 and 121,065 miles.
2009 Volvo V70 — Still on the Road
3,329 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 76% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2009 Volvo V70
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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52.2%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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50.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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50%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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47%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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45.5%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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40.9%
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
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33.4%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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33.3%
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009. Counts include advisories and failures.
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