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LM59 XFJ

2009 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,713 mi
Last recorded13,713 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM59 XFJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 13,713 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2025 13,713 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 13,095 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2024 13,095 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 12,804 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 12,804 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 12,408 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 11,851 miles

Engine cover fitted and under tray

Pass 23 Nov 2020 11,409 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted

Front Tyre slightly damaged both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Nov 2020 11,408 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Engine cover and under tray fitted

Front Tyre slightly damaged both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 10,576 miles

Engine cover and under-Tray cover fitted

Front Both sides Tyres badly age cracking Strong advisory due to age of the Tyre

Front Wiper smearing

Rear Both sides Tyres badly age cracking Strong advisory due to age of the Tyre

Pass 15 Nov 2018 9,605 miles

Engine cover and Under-Tray cover fitted

Engine cover and Under-Tray cover fitted

Front Both sides Tyres age cracked and edge worn

Rear Tyre both sides age cracked

Pass 14 Nov 2017 8,233 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 7,376 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under tray fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2015 6,395 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2014 5,441 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 4,277 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 2,922 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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LM59 XFJ is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 LM59 XFJ, 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 LM59 XFJ registered?

LM59 XFJ is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 23 November 2009.

Is LM59 XFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM59 XFJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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