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HN59 AHL

2009 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

160,090 mi
Last recorded160,090 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN59 AHL
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 160,090 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2022 160,082 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 156,243 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

several areas of corrosion on underside and suspension components

Fail 12 Oct 2021 156,118 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust system insecure tail pipe section loose/not connected (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring insecure new spring seated onto broken old spring (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. and parking brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))

both rear tyres abnormally worn on inner edges

rear brake discs worn and lipped

several areas of corrosion on underside and suspension components

Pass 19 Oct 2020 151,584 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 151,265 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring missing and directional control affected broken and insecurely mounted (5.3.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2019 146,625 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 138,007 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 138,007 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 131,620 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 124,005 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 124,005 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 113,271 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 113,271 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 105,433 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 96,422 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 76,200 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 15 Oct 2012 76,200 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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HN59 AHL is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 HN59 AHL, 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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HN59 AHL is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 14 October 2009.

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