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YG59 VZE

2009 Volvo V50

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

144,438 mi
Last recorded144,438 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 VZE
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 144,438 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 118,266 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 114,306 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front sets (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear sets (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 Jan 2015 90,091 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 90,091 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 59,179 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 59,179 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 31,986 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 31,986 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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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YG59 VZE is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Green with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YG59 VZE, 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 YG59 VZE registered?

YG59 VZE is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is YG59 VZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG59 VZE shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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