2009 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · SP59 LFN
2009 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2009. Recorded mileage 98,167 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Dundee
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,167 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1798cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
SP59 LFN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/08/2025
- 98,167 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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SP59 LFN Mileage History
- 14/08/202389,506 mi
- 20/08/202493,818 mi+4,312 mi
- 22/08/202493,838 mi+20 mi
- 21/08/202598,103 mi+4,265 mi
- 25/08/202598,167 mi+64 mi
Average of roughly 4,263 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SP59 LFN 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 (SP59 LFN) between August 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 August 2025 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.