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LT59 ZVC

2009 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

173,550 mi
Last recorded173,550 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT59 ZVC
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 173,550 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 173,550 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 164,420 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 152,619 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 141,761 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 134,000 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 124,048 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 116,940 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 116,940 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 104,103 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 95,088 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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LT59 ZVC is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LT59 ZVC, 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 LT59 ZVC registered?

LT59 ZVC is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 8 October 2009.

Is LT59 ZVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT59 ZVC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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