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KU59 DVB

2009 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

179,141 mi
Last recorded179,141 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2024
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU59 DVB
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2024 179,141 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 2 Mar 2024 179,141 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 171,054 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 162,579 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 157,480 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 151,958 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 146,239 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 139,120 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 139,120 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 132,612 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 125,295 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S/R (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 111,441 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 97,985 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 97,985 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake discs lipped, worn

Handbrake travel long.

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 83,822 miles

both rear tyres out of shape on inner edge

front tyres bald on inner edges

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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KU59 DVB is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KU59 DVB, 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

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What year was KU59 DVB registered?

KU59 DVB is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 2 September 2009.

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