2009 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · AV59 MHM
2009 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30/09/2009. Recorded mileage 139,570 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/03/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 139,570 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
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
AV59 MHM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 26/02/2025
- 139,570 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
AV59 MHM Mileage History
- 27/02/2023117,491 mi
- 28/02/2023117,494 mi+3 mi
- 02/03/2024127,517 mi+10,023 mi
- 04/03/2024127,539 mi+22 mi
- 26/02/2025139,570 mi+12,031 mi
Average of roughly 11,052 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AV59 MHM 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 (AV59 MHM) between February 2023 and February 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 26 February 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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.