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GV58 BVW

2009 Volvo V50

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

65,406 mi
Last recorded65,406 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2012
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV58 BVW
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Jan 2012 65,406 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 65,406 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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GV58 BVW is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GV58 BVW, 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 GV58 BVW?

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What year was GV58 BVW registered?

GV58 BVW is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 January 2009.

Is GV58 BVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV58 BVW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GV58 BVW have outstanding finance?

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