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AK59 UCU

2009 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,642 mi
Last recorded127,642 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 UCU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2022 127,642 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 6 Oct 2022 127,642 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 117,715 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 109,459 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside rear ()

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2020 109,459 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside rear ()

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 94,057 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 91,267 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 89,100 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 89,100 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 73,310 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 73,310 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 41,876 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Volvo V50?

Based on 920,660 MOT tests across 54,346 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
7,637
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
54,346
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,058
Registration plate lamp not working 11,891
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,891
coil spring broken 9,145
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,907
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AK59 UCU is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 89,914 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 V50 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,058 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK59 UCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V50 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo V50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK59 UCU registered?

AK59 UCU is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is AK59 UCU safe to buy?

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