2009 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · BD59 JGF
2009 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 16/12/2009. Recorded mileage 191,679 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/05/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 191,679 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
BD59 JGF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/05/2024
- 191,679 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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.
BD59 JGF Mileage History
- 10/03/2022189,025 mi
- 22/03/2022189,559 mi+534 mi
- 13/03/2023189,993 mi+434 mi
- 22/03/2023190,038 mi+45 mi
- 02/05/2024191,679 mi+1,641 mi
Average of roughly 1,236 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BD59 JGF 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 (BD59 JGF) between March 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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.