2009 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · LR09 JRU
2009 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 06/03/2009. Recorded mileage 119,349 miles. MOT valid until 25/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,349 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
LR09 JRU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2026
- 119,349 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
LR09 JRU Mileage History
- 17/01/202395,825 mi
- 14/02/2024103,216 mi+7,391 mi
- 23/01/2025107,596 mi+4,380 mi
- 17/02/2026119,348 mi+11,752 mi
- 26/02/2026119,349 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 7,565 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LR09 JRU 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 (LR09 JRU) between January 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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.