2009 Volvo XC60 2.4L Diesel · RK59 VZH
2009 Volvo XC60 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 15 Sept 2009. Recorded mileage 187,241 miles. MOT expired on 05 Jul 2024. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC60
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Jul 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 187,241 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
RK59 VZH Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 07/07/2023
- 187,241 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RK59 VZH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volvo Xc60 (RK59 VZH) between June 2022 and July 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 July 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
RK59 VZH Mileage History
- 23/06/2022185,984 mi
- 23/06/2022185,991 mi+7 mi
- 04/07/2023187,241 mi+1,250 mi
- 07/07/2023187,241 mi
Average of roughly 1,212 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo XC60 (Gen 1)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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