2009 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · NL59 FYY
2009 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 17/09/2009. Recorded mileage 126,636 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/01/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,636 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
NL59 FYY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/01/2025
- 126,636 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: 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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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.
NL59 FYY Mileage History
- 14/01/2022113,613 mi
- 14/01/2022113,619 mi+6 mi
- 11/01/2023117,932 mi+4,313 mi
- 12/01/2024121,963 mi+4,031 mi
- 13/01/2025126,636 mi+4,673 mi
Average of roughly 4,343 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
NL59 FYY 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 (NL59 FYY) between January 2022 and January 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 January 2025 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.