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WU09 EMK

2009 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

134,016 mi
Last recorded134,016 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU09 EMK
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 134,016 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2025 134,016 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 128,917 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 13 Nov 2024 128,917 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2023 120,788 miles

Engine cover & undertray fitted

Fail 11 Dec 2023 120,788 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Engine cover & undertray fitted

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 114,361 miles

Coil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated little reserve travel left (1.1.6 (d))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 105,771 miles

Handbrake travel at maximum limit.

Offside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust hangers have started to corrode.

Pass 21 Apr 2021 98,601 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 97,252 miles

Offside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside rear number plate bulb dull

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Oct 2019 91,957 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 84,719 miles

rear brakes low

Fail 8 Nov 2018 84,719 miles

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

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

rear brakes low

Pass 16 Feb 2018 72,226 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 16 Feb 2018 72,226 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 3 Mar 2017 65,363 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 59,351 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 59,351 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 53,067 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 46,261 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 38,096 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 28,717 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 27,103 miles

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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WU09 EMK is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 WU09 EMK, 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 WU09 EMK registered?

WU09 EMK is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is WU09 EMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU09 EMK shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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