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AV59 MHN

2009 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

239,668 mi
Last recorded239,668 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 MHN
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 239,668 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 232,241 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 224,789 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 216,128 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 206,899 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 206,899 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 190,265 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 190,264 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2018 177,520 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 177,517 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 160,199 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2016 146,411 miles

both rear flexi brake hose rubber end covers splitting

rear bump stops perish

Pass 4 Sep 2015 135,930 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 120,600 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 120,600 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 112,470 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 102,103 miles

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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AV59 MHN is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AV59 MHN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AV59 MHN?

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What year was AV59 MHN registered?

AV59 MHN is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is AV59 MHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV59 MHN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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