2009 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · CS06 CWS
2009 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 14 Oct 2009. Recorded mileage 105,821 miles. MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,821 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
CS06 CWS Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/03/2026
- 105,821 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (17 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
CS06 CWS Mileage History
- 10/10/201213,593 mi
- 02/10/201318,490 mi+4,897 mi
- 15/09/201423,334 mi+4,844 mi
- 12/08/201527,683 mi+4,349 mi
- 07/07/201632,251 mi+4,568 mi
- 10/07/201743,383 mi+11,132 mi
- 26/06/201853,061 mi+9,678 mi
- 30/12/201959,158 mi+6,097 mi
- 06/03/202159,728 mi+570 mi
- 13/04/202159,733 mi+5 mi
- 29/04/202270,274 mi+10,541 mi
- 29/04/202270,274 mi
- 24/04/202381,680 mi+11,406 mi
- 24/04/202381,680 mi
- 25/04/202490,905 mi+9,225 mi
- 12/03/202597,919 mi+7,014 mi
- 03/03/2026105,821 mi+7,902 mi
- 03/03/2026105,821 mi
Average of roughly 6,886 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
CS06 CWS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volvo V50 (CS06 CWS) between October 2012 and March 2026.
The record contains 14 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 03 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (17 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 32 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: “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”.
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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