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WG59 GUO

2009 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

125,321 mi
Last recorded125,321 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2020
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG59 GUO
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2020 125,321 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2020 125,321 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 108,944 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Feb 2019 108,944 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 98,655 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 6 Mar 2018 98,655 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 81,198 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 80,436 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted obscurring some components

Pass 2 Sep 2015 72,873 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 67,015 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front 205/55R16W tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front 205/55R16V tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 16 Sep 2013 60,443 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 52,683 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 52,668 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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WG59 GUO is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WG59 GUO, 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 WG59 GUO registered?

WG59 GUO is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is WG59 GUO safe to buy?

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