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OY59 OFB

2009 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

161,249 mi
Last recorded161,249 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY59 OFB
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2023 161,249 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 151,638 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 141,750 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 136,256 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 131,449 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 116,574 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 116,566 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 104,762 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 93,260 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 81,291 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Sep 2015 81,291 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 64,835 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 50,519 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 50,519 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 36,667 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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OY59 OFB is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OY59 OFB, 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 OY59 OFB registered?

OY59 OFB is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is OY59 OFB safe to buy?

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