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CU59 OJL

2009 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

51,395 mi
Last recorded51,395 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU59 OJL
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 51,395 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 50,509 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 29 Aug 2023 48,956 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 47,280 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 45,613 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 45,611 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 44,212 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 40,977 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 40,977 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 37,802 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 37,802 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2017 34,812 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 34,812 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2016 29,479 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 24,292 miles

slight cracks in rear tyres sidewalls

Pass 18 Jun 2014 18,201 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 15,476 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 12,125 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Sep 2012 12,125 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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CU59 OJL is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 CU59 OJL, 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

How do I check the history of CU59 OJL?

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What year was CU59 OJL registered?

CU59 OJL is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is CU59 OJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU59 OJL shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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