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YR09 UYU

2009 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

165,606 mi
Last recorded165,606 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR09 UYU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 165,606 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 165,606 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 143,281 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 121,322 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 121,322 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 106,232 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Sep 2020 102,530 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

o/s/f and n/s/f lower wishbones inner rear bushes debonding/splitting causing slight movement

Pass 9 Sep 2019 96,044 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear slight warping to brake discs

Rear tyres worn low on inner edges

Pass 20 Sep 2018 86,058 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Sep 2017 78,148 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 69,387 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Sep 2015 59,286 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 50,107 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 40,124 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 35,352 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges very close to legal limit,require attention very soon!

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 35,352 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges very close to legal limit,require attention very soon!

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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YR09 UYU is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YR09 UYU, 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 YR09 UYU registered?

YR09 UYU is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is YR09 UYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR09 UYU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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