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RE59 XJB

2009 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

138,592 mi
Last recorded138,592 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE59 XJB
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 138,592 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread line (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre screw ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread line (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 136,287 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 132,775 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 127,374 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 125,419 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 121,464 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 121,464 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 113,259 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 100,899 miles

Os rear tyre has worn unevenly on inner edge

Pass 20 Dec 2017 90,876 miles

Os rear tyre is wearing unevenly on inner edge

Pass 28 Dec 2016 82,527 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 71,295 miles

Ns front tyre has worn to 3.5mm

Os front tyre has worn on inner edge close to limit [205/55/1691v]mich

Pass 1 Dec 2014 58,404 miles

Os front tyre is wearing on inner edge [205/55/16v]

Pass 9 Dec 2013 46,707 miles

Brake require checking [pads low]

Fail 9 Dec 2013 46,704 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Brake require checking [pads low]

Os rear tyre has a puncture and is wearing unevenly

Pass 27 Dec 2012 34,054 miles

both front tyres worn low (2mm) - size 205/55 R16 91V

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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RE59 XJB is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RE59 XJB, 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 RE59 XJB registered?

RE59 XJB is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is RE59 XJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE59 XJB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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