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NL59 FME

2009 Volvo V50

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

201,318 mi
Last recorded201,318 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL59 FME
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 201,318 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil Spring Corroded

Rear Coil Springs Corroded

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 197,559 miles

Front Number Plate Deteriorated

Front Suspension Bushes Have Slight Play

Pass 26 Mar 2019 187,929 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 187,839 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Mar 2017 166,074 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 166,074 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 145,485 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 115,361 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 101,774 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 93,301 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front wipers smearing

Fail 7 May 2013 93,301 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front wipers smearing

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 May 2012 84,404 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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NL59 FME is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NL59 FME, 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 NL59 FME?

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What year was NL59 FME registered?

NL59 FME is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 9 September 2009.

Is NL59 FME safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL59 FME shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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