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BN59 SNJ

2009 Volvo V50

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,034 mi
Last recorded132,034 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 SNJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 132,034 miles

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

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 126,098 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides and advise to change. (5.2.3 (e))

Suspect n/s/f spring broken.

Fail 1 Jun 2022 126,090 miles

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides and advise to change. (5.2.3 (e))

Suspect n/s/f spring broken.

Pass 7 Jun 2021 115,234 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 112,812 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 26 Aug 2020 112,812 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Sep 2019 107,616 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 99,880 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 99,880 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 92,501 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

emission control additive tank appears to be leaking/damaged, attention recommended.

park brake lever has minimal reserve travel.

Pass 7 Sep 2016 86,076 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 78,649 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 66,621 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 54,987 miles

Nearside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 41,729 miles

park brake lever high

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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BN59 SNJ is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BN59 SNJ, 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

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What year was BN59 SNJ registered?

BN59 SNJ is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 19 September 2009.

Is BN59 SNJ safe to buy?

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