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WJ09 PCF

2009 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

184,934 mi
Last recorded184,934 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ09 PCF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 184,934 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2021 184,934 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 172,001 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 171,997 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 156,650 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

coolant level low

engine covers and under trays fitted unable to fully inspect some vehicle components

Fail 29 Oct 2019 156,530 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

coolant level low

engine covers and under trays fitted unable to fully inspect some vehicle components

Pass 22 Oct 2018 128,934 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2018 128,934 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure mishaped (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Nov 2017 119,337 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 114,728 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 111,431 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 111,431 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 107,720 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 103,458 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 97,899 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 97,894 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 87,742 miles

nearside front tyre 1.4 mm legal tread left

nearside rear tyre worn out of shape & 0.mm legal tread left

offside inner rear side light inoperative

offside rear tyre 1.4 mm legal tread left

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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WJ09 PCF is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 WJ09 PCF, 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 WJ09 PCF registered?

WJ09 PCF is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 23 March 2009.

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