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LM59 YZN

2009 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

63,889 mi
Last recorded63,889 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM59 YZN
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 63,889 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2026 63,881 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 57,085 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 57,082 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 50,597 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2024 50,594 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 42,661 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 39,892 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 39,892 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 37,471 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 35,157 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2019 35,157 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 31,506 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 31,505 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 27,868 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 24,229 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 20,427 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 16,761 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2013 12,820 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 8,804 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 YZN is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LM59 YZN, 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

How do I check the history of LM59 YZN?

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What year was LM59 YZN registered?

LM59 YZN is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 14 November 2009.

Is LM59 YZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM59 YZN shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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