2009 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · LM59 HHX
2009 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 06/11/2009. Recorded mileage 146,876 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/12/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 146,876 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
LM59 HHX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/12/2024
- 146,876 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
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.
LM59 HHX Mileage History
- 08/12/2022131,070 mi
- 04/12/2023140,150 mi+9,080 mi
- 04/12/2023140,150 mi
- 17/12/2024146,876 mi+6,726 mi
- 18/12/2024146,876 mi
Average of roughly 7,792 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LM59 HHX 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 (LM59 HHX) between December 2022 and December 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 December 2024 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 (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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 Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”.
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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