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LB59 DKF

2009 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

59,827 mi
Last recorded59,827 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB59 DKF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 59,827 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024 54,088 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords In sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 48,599 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 45,441 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 41,155 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 29,346 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 25,305 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 25,305 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 21,423 miles

Offside Front Outer WALL DAMAGED

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Dec 2016 19,477 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @3mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Warning remote batteries

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 18,026 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 12,963 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 10,842 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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LB59 DKF is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LB59 DKF, 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 LB59 DKF registered?

LB59 DKF is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 December 2009.

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