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WR59 GFX

2009 Volvo V50

Grey Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

110,404 mi
Last recorded110,404 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR59 GFX
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 110,404 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 110,404 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 105,016 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 105,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 99,888 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 95,740 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 95,739 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jan 2019 84,761 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 73,367 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 66,745 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 65,623 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 65,623 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 60,953 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic trims fitted to both outer sills

Pass 18 Jan 2014 52,196 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

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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WR59 GFX is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WR59 GFX, 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 WR59 GFX registered?

WR59 GFX is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 1 October 2009.

Is WR59 GFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR59 GFX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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