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LN09 NBK

2009 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

29,795 mi
Last recorded29,795 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN09 NBK
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 29,795 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2025 29,780 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2024 29,748 miles

Central Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2024 29,748 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 29,673 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2022 29,629 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2020 29,070 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 27,661 miles

Offside Rear tyre outer wall perished

Pass 21 Jun 2018 26,246 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 23,557 miles

EML ON

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit age cracked all around (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre age cracked all around

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 6 Jun 2017 23,557 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre side wall rubber cut (4.1.D.1b)

EML ON

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit age cracked all around (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre age cracked all around

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2016 21,118 miles

diesel smoke test to clean for meter reading

Pass 10 Jun 2015 18,041 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 14,796 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 12,303 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 9,738 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 9,738 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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LN09 NBK is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LN09 NBK, 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 LN09 NBK registered?

LN09 NBK is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 June 2009.

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