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LN09 VFK

2009 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

196,127 mi
Last recorded196,127 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2024
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN09 VFK
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2024 196,127 miles

Nearside Front 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))

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

Fail 10 Jan 2024 196,118 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 182,422 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2021 169,915 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 156,854 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 146,518 miles

Dampness around power steering rack

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but unlikely to be misread

Fail 21 Sep 2019 146,507 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))

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

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Out of shape 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Dampness around power steering rack

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but unlikely to be misread

Pass 27 Oct 2018 139,039 miles

o/s/f tyre low, rear pads low

Pass 21 Oct 2017 125,400 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 112,024 miles

both rear tyres low

Pass 24 Oct 2015 95,165 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 95,136 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 78,124 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 56,461 miles

Engine oil level low.

Engine undertray fitted.

Rear brake pads are wearing low.

Pass 28 Sep 2012 48,964 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Dec 2011 38,104 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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LN09 VFK is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LN09 VFK, 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 VFK registered?

LN09 VFK is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 11 March 2009.

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