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LD59 BBF

2009 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

152,035 mi
Last recorded152,035 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 BBF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2022 152,035 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively possible disc warped or hub bent (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

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

hand brake has little reserve travel

Fail 14 Dec 2022 152,033 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively possible disc warped or hub bent (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

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

hand brake has little reserve travel

vehicle has some heavy knocking noise from nearside front and rear suspension

Pass 20 Dec 2021 142,768 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge 215/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 131,907 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked recommend replace soon (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2020 131,906 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/45/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on inside edge 215/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked recommend replace soon (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2019 113,239 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 May 2019 113,239 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2018 102,183 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 93,918 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner wall (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 May 2017 93,817 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner wall (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 85,283 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 76,941 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 68,480 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 64,732 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 64,732 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 56,137 miles

N/S & O/S Front tyres worn inside edge

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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LD59 BBF is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LD59 BBF, 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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LD59 BBF is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 3 September 2009.

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