2009 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · CP59 FWA
2009 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 07 Dec 2009. Recorded mileage 123,752 miles. MOT expired on 21 Sept 2022.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Sept 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,752 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CP59 FWA Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/09/2021
- 123,752 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CP59 FWA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volvo V50 (CP59 FWA) between December 2012 and September 2021.
The record contains 10 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 September 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Tyres (13 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 27 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
CP59 FWA Mileage History
- 07/12/201233,103 mi
- 06/12/201343,373 mi+10,270 mi
- 05/12/201452,550 mi+9,177 mi
- 07/12/201559,733 mi+7,183 mi
- 05/12/201672,453 mi+12,720 mi
- 27/11/201780,685 mi+8,232 mi
- 29/11/201780,687 mi+2 mi
- 05/12/201892,134 mi+11,447 mi
- 29/11/2019105,393 mi+13,259 mi
- 25/08/2020110,458 mi+5,065 mi
- 17/09/2021123,507 mi+13,049 mi
- 22/09/2021123,752 mi+245 mi
Average of roughly 10,311 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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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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.
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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if the correct servicing has been skipped.
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