2009 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · OV59 XDB
2009 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 18/12/2009. Recorded mileage 154,037 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,037 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
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
OV59 XDB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2025
- 154,037 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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OV59 XDB Mileage History
- 22/06/2022139,466 mi
- 20/06/2023143,713 mi+4,247 mi
- 21/06/2023143,746 mi+33 mi
- 18/06/2024149,769 mi+6,023 mi
- 21/07/2025154,037 mi+4,268 mi
Average of roughly 4,730 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OV59 XDB 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 (OV59 XDB) between June 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 July 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.