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BV09 DFG

2009 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

242,809 mi
Last recorded242,809 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 DFG
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 242,809 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose REAR SILENCER OUTER SKIN CORRODED (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 223,559 miles

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER OUTER SKIN CORRODING

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

Pass 3 Dec 2021 192,447 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2021 192,447 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 178,699 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR BRAKE HOSES SLIGHTLY PERISHED (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2019 169,314 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge CLOSE TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 145,549 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 145,548 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking Brake Has Limited Reserve Travel

Pass 27 Apr 2018 135,549 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft gaiter leaking lubricant.

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 117,074 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 107,482 miles

Offside Rear Adult belt not checked due to child seat fitted

Fail 27 Apr 2016 107,482 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Adult belt not checked due to child seat fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2015 95,914 miles

Exhaust back box slightly corroded

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 90,733 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

HID headlamp bulbs fitted with no headlamp wash or levelling system fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2013 82,954 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2012 71,496 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 71,496 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 69,314 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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BV09 DFG is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DFG, 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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BV09 DFG is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 26 March 2009.

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