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PJ59 XJX

2009 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

178,958 mi
Last recorded178,958 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ59 XJX
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 178,958 miles

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

radiator support bracket corroded incomplete

Fail 27 Oct 2025 178,958 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

radiator support bracket corroded incomplete

Pass 29 Oct 2024 131,399 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 127,315 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 122,311 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 122,308 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 116,829 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 113,224 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 110,863 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 104,629 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 95,544 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 89,369 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 80,308 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 68,340 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 57,803 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 57,803 miles

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 20 Nov 2012 44,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 44,121 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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PJ59 XJX is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PJ59 XJX, 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 PJ59 XJX registered?

PJ59 XJX is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 8 December 2009.

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