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YR59 ZBZ

2009 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

74,757 mi
Last recorded74,757 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 ZBZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 74,757 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 73,286 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 71,816 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 70,406 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 68,786 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 67,165 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 64,976 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 59,318 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 52,801 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2016 46,469 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 46,469 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 46,134 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 43,343 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 40,536 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 36,860 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 27,737 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 24 Sep 2012 27,737 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)

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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YR59 ZBZ is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YR59 ZBZ, 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

How do I check the history of YR59 ZBZ?

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What year was YR59 ZBZ registered?

YR59 ZBZ is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 20 October 2009.

Is YR59 ZBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR59 ZBZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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