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RK09 OTF

2009 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

169,502 mi
Last recorded169,502 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK09 OTF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2020 169,502 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2019 167,995 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 163,086 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 150,515 miles

Offside Front wing mirror damaged but slight repaired

plastic covers fitted

Fail 16 Nov 2016 150,515 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wing mirror damaged but slight repaired

plastic covers fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2015 131,243 miles

oil leaks

Fail 10 Nov 2015 131,243 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

oil leaks

Pass 18 Nov 2014 107,787 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 78,851 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 58,768 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 57,158 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 57,158 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 53,422 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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RK09 OTF is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RK09 OTF, 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 RK09 OTF registered?

RK09 OTF is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 17 June 2009.

Is RK09 OTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK09 OTF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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