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GN59 HKG

2009 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

43,573 mi
Last recorded43,573 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN59 HKG
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 43,573 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 25 Sep 2025 43,571 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 17 Sep 2024 39,990 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 14 Sep 2023 36,709 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 34,047 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 30,366 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 27,636 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 27,017 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 25,315 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 23,251 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 20,778 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 18,666 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 16,909 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 14,855 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 12,019 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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GN59 HKG is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GN59 HKG, 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 GN59 HKG?

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What year was GN59 HKG registered?

GN59 HKG is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is GN59 HKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN59 HKG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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