2009 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · SM59 KLU
2009 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30/11/2009. Recorded mileage 151,674 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/02/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 151,674 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
SM59 KLU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2024
- 151,674 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 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.
SM59 KLU Mileage History
- 02/12/2021135,076 mi
- 06/12/2021135,079 mi+3 mi
- 19/01/2023142,290 mi+7,211 mi
- 20/01/2023142,291 mi+1 mi
- 26/02/2024151,674 mi+9,383 mi
Average of roughly 7,430 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM59 KLU 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 (SM59 KLU) between December 2021 and February 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 February 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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.