2009 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · YB09 GVM
2009 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 22/07/2009. Recorded mileage 126,752 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/11/2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,752 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1798cc
YB09 GVM Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 04/11/2022
- 126,752 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
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.
YB09 GVM Mileage History
- 08/11/2021123,830 mi
- 04/11/2022126,752 mi+2,922 mi
Average of roughly 2,959 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
YB09 GVM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volvo V50 (YB09 GVM) between November 2021 and November 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 November 2022 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.