2009 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · AJ09 LAB
2009 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 13/03/2009. Recorded mileage 120,241 miles. MOT valid until 04/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,241 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1560cc
AJ09 LAB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/03/2026
- 120,241 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Volvo V50
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
AJ09 LAB Mileage History
- 24/01/2023114,657 mi
- 14/02/2024117,512 mi+2,855 mi
- 05/03/2025119,677 mi+2,165 mi
- 04/03/2026120,241 mi+564 mi
- 04/03/2026120,241 mi
Average of roughly 1,797 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AJ09 LAB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volvo V50 (AJ09 LAB) between January 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: VOLVO V50
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Tailgate wiring and latch faults(Moderate)
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on diesels(Moderate)
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
- Powershift gearbox faults(Serious)
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if the correct servicing has been skipped.