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WU59 NYG

2009 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

136,311 mi
Last recorded136,311 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU59 NYG
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 136,311 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2025 128,415 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 123,061 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2023 116,609 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 109,830 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 101,393 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 91,104 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 85,472 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 79,704 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 72,980 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 72,980 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Pirelli 205/50R17 93W (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 67,155 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush ( Rear ) (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush ( Rear ) (2.5.A.1c)

Parking Brake Has Only Just Met The Minimum Requirements

Pass 26 Jun 2015 59,826 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 50,063 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 39,940 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 29,494 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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WU59 NYG is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WU59 NYG, 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 WU59 NYG registered?

WU59 NYG is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 5 September 2009.

Is WU59 NYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU59 NYG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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