2009 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · YC09 FCZ
2009 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24/04/2009. Recorded mileage 184,182 miles. MOT valid until 19/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Leeds
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 184,182 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1998cc
YC09 FCZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/05/2026
- 184,182 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
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.
YC09 FCZ Mileage History
- 29/04/2025175,168 mi
- 30/04/2025176,172 mi+1,004 mi
- 24/04/2026184,115 mi+7,943 mi
- 21/05/2026184,182 mi+67 mi
- 21/05/2026184,182 mi
Average of roughly 8,505 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YC09 FCZ 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 (YC09 FCZ) between April 2025 and May 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 21 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement back of gear box (6.1.8 (a) (i))”; “Brake cable damaged parking brake cable broken during test (1.1.15 (a))”; “Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn small strait arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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.