2009 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · FV59 CFZ
2009 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 23/11/2009. Recorded mileage 228,060 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Lincoln
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/11/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 228,060 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.
FV59 CFZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 15/01/2024
- 228,060 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.
FV59 CFZ Mileage History
- 23/10/2021202,481 mi
- 23/10/2021202,482 mi+1 mi
- 09/11/2022210,512 mi+8,030 mi
- 20/11/2023226,548 mi+16,036 mi
- 15/01/2024228,060 mi+1,512 mi
Average of roughly 11,477 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FV59 CFZ 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 (FV59 CFZ) between October 2021 and January 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 15 January 2024 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.