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HJ59 RVY

2009 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

144,848 mi
Last recorded144,848 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ59 RVY
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 144,848 miles

Front Radiator bracket corroded

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Under covers fitted

Fail 14 Jul 2026 144,848 miles

Front Radiator bracket corroded

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Under covers fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2025 136,082 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both n/s and o/s - wearing on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

handbrake lever travel - near upper limit

lower radiator support corroded.

unable to check rear seat belts - obstruction. + seats folded down.

Fail 16 Jul 2025 136,082 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both n/s and o/s - wearing on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

handbrake lever travel - near upper limit

lower radiator support corroded.

unable to check rear seat belts - obstruction. + seats folded down.

Pass 28 Jul 2023 135,171 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 135,171 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 134,231 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

lower radiator support - corroded / deteriorated.

Pass 25 Sep 2020 128,554 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 116,329 miles

Both rear tyres distorted

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both

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

Rear wheels have slight buckle both

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Pass 25 Sep 2018 101,566 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 87,849 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 76,522 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both edge /distorted (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 66,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear tyres distorted

Pass 25 Sep 2014 56,418 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 44,835 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 33,112 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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HJ59 RVY is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HJ59 RVY, 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 HJ59 RVY registered?

HJ59 RVY is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 3 October 2009.

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