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BG59 EAE

2009 Volvo V50

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

168,874 mi
Last recorded168,874 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2016
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 EAE
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2016 168,874 miles

engine system service message on

windscreen chipped

Pass 18 Jun 2015 163,284 miles

both front wishbone rear bushes splitting

both rear lower control arm outer bushes starting to seperate

crack to nearside repeater

slight offside front brake judder

windscreen chipped

Pass 10 Jul 2014 158,782 miles

both front wishbone rear bushes some splitting

both rear lower control arms outer bushes starting to seperate

engine message showns on dash

Pass 15 Jul 2013 152,330 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Jul 2013 152,330 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 124,524 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 124,524 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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BG59 EAE is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BG59 EAE, 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 BG59 EAE registered?

BG59 EAE is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 25 November 2009.

Is BG59 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG59 EAE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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