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BJ59 PWU

2009 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

120,231 mi
Last recorded120,231 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 PWU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 120,231 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2021 113,941 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 107,809 miles

Central middle exhaust corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2019 99,910 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 93,291 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 93,269 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 86,806 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 78,361 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 70,811 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 63,198 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 57,927 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wipers poor.

Pass 10 Sep 2012 47,674 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BJ59 PWU is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 BJ59 PWU, 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 BJ59 PWU registered?

BJ59 PWU is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 26 October 2009.

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The MOT history for BJ59 PWU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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