2009 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · KY59 YLC
2009 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 08/10/2009. Recorded mileage 123,155 miles. MOT valid until 20/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,155 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
KY59 YLC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/11/2025
- 123,155 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 14 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
KY59 YLC Mileage History
- 06/09/202292,816 mi
- 27/09/2023104,357 mi+11,541 mi
- 12/11/2024111,665 mi+7,308 mi
- 21/11/2025123,152 mi+11,487 mi
- 21/11/2025123,155 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 9,453 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KY59 YLC 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 (KY59 YLC) between September 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 35 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: “Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”.
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.