2009 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · YF58 XRK
2009 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Jan 2009. Recorded mileage 114,973 miles. MOT valid until 02 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,973 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
YF58 XRK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/12/2025
- 114,973 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
YF58 XRK Mileage History
- 28/03/2024104,156 mi
- 26/03/2025107,268 mi+3,112 mi
- 26/03/2025107,274 mi+6 mi
- 08/07/2025107,695 mi+421 mi
- 03/12/2025114,973 mi+7,278 mi
Average of roughly 6,423 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YF58 XRK 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 (YF58 XRK) between March 2024 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both front lower arm bushes badly perished and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective Belt jammed in seat backrest locking mechanism (7.1.2 (e))”; “Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (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.
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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if the correct servicing has been skipped.
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