2009 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · YY59 BVB
2009 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 29/09/2009. Recorded mileage 112,763 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Beverley / Hull
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,763 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1560cc
YY59 BVB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/07/2025
- 112,763 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: Below Average
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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.
YY59 BVB Mileage History
- 20/06/202287,912 mi
- 14/06/202392,906 mi+4,994 mi
- 16/07/2024100,905 mi+7,999 mi
- 29/07/2024100,907 mi+2 mi
- 24/07/2025112,763 mi+11,856 mi
Average of roughly 8,033 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY59 BVB 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 (YY59 BVB) between June 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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.