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BV09 BNF

2009 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

141,346 mi
Last recorded141,346 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 BNF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 141,346 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 130,742 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2025 130,742 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 119,443 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 116,720 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 114,068 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))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 111,322 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 107,684 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 104,471 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 101,608 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 100,176 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 96,791 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 93,349 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 89,978 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 86,140 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 77,148 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Outer sidewall damaged nearside front tyre

Poor beam pattern offside headlamp

Pass 15 Mar 2012 77,148 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Outer sidewall damaged nearside front tyre

Poor beam pattern offside headlamp

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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BV09 BNF is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BV09 BNF, 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 BV09 BNF registered?

BV09 BNF is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is BV09 BNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV09 BNF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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