2009 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · VE59 VMC
2009 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30/12/2009. Recorded mileage 179,752 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Worcester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/11/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 179,752 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1997cc
VE59 VMC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 14/11/2024
- 179,752 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
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.
VE59 VMC Mileage History
- 30/10/2021145,840 mi
- 26/10/2022158,766 mi+12,926 mi
- 03/11/2022159,006 mi+240 mi
- 15/11/2023173,413 mi+14,407 mi
- 14/11/2024179,752 mi+6,339 mi
Average of roughly 11,147 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VE59 VMC 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 (VE59 VMC) between October 2021 and November 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 November 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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.