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GV09 HJC

2009 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,149 mi
Last recorded137,149 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV09 HJC
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 137,149 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 May 2025 130,919 miles

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

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

diesel smoke emission just passed

Pass 21 May 2024 124,073 miles

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

oil around engine

Fail 16 May 2024 124,070 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

oil around engine

Pass 23 May 2023 114,341 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

oil around engine and turbo pipes

only just passed emission test. very close to limit

Fail 23 May 2023 114,329 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts on edges (5.2.3 (e))

oil around engine and turbo pipes

Pass 4 Jun 2022 102,788 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 92,767 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 89,570 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 84,327 miles

Front both sides tyres slightly worn on inner edges

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jul 2019 84,327 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front both sides tyres slightly worn on inner edges

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 77,090 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2018 77,090 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides, rear p bushes separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high wont adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended bungee wrapped around webbing so unable to return (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 70,098 miles

ns side repeater damaged

Fail 10 Aug 2017 70,098 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside side repeated damaged

Pass 11 Aug 2016 62,290 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 53,358 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 40,334 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 27,563 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 17,107 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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GV09 HJC is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GV09 HJC, 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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What year was GV09 HJC registered?

GV09 HJC is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 23 June 2009.

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