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OY09 SXM

2009 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

120,545 mi
Last recorded120,545 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY09 SXM
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2019 120,545 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 115,550 miles

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

damage n/s repeater housing

Pass 3 Nov 2017 107,471 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 107,471 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2017 105,220 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 104,972 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

Pass 19 May 2016 99,468 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 99,425 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 28 May 2015 88,867 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 73,659 miles

centre exhaust mount not connected to exhaust but exhaust still secure

front tyres wearing on edges close to limit

offside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Fail 14 Mar 2014 73,657 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

centre exhaust mount not connected to exhaust but exhaust still secure

front tyres wearing on edges close to limit

offside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 11 Mar 2013 59,182 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

small cut nearside front tyre sidewall

Pass 19 Mar 2012 47,795 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 47,669 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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OY09 SXM is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 OY09 SXM, 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 OY09 SXM registered?

OY09 SXM is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is OY09 SXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY09 SXM shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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