2009 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · HV09 EKA
2009 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 17 Mar 2009. Recorded mileage 191,961 miles. MOT expired on 13 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 191,961 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HV09 EKA Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2025
- 191,961 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (23 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HV09 EKA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volvo V50 (HV09 EKA) between November 2011 and August 2025.
The record contains 14 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 27 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (23 issues), Suspension (15 issues), Tyres (13 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Windscreen (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 63 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 Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))”; “Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”.
HV09 EKA Mileage History
- 23/11/201130,846 mi
- 06/12/201242,681 mi+11,835 mi
- 06/12/201242,681 mi
- 21/03/201457,026 mi+14,345 mi
- 30/03/201567,625 mi+10,599 mi
- 31/03/201567,625 mi
- 17/03/201676,941 mi+9,316 mi
- 13/09/201790,532 mi+13,591 mi
- 24/08/201897,852 mi+7,320 mi
- 24/07/201999,767 mi+1,915 mi
- 22/07/2020129,991 mi+30,224 mi
- 28/07/2020130,648 mi+657 mi
- 02/07/2021159,309 mi+28,661 mi
- 30/07/2021160,153 mi+844 mi
- 27/07/2022169,978 mi+9,825 mi
- 23/08/2022170,319 mi+341 mi
- 08/09/2022170,445 mi+126 mi
- 06/09/2023178,554 mi+8,109 mi
- 15/09/2023178,689 mi+135 mi
- 13/09/2024187,491 mi+8,802 mi
- 27/08/2025191,961 mi+4,470 mi
- 27/08/2025191,961 mi
Average of roughly 11,708 miles per year across 22 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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