2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · BG57 LBJ
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/01/2008. Recorded mileage 148,702 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/03/2020
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (31/07/2019)
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,702 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1998cc
BG57 LBJ Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/03/2019
- 148,702 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes 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.
BG57 LBJ Mileage History
- 03/01/201138,829 mi
- 06/01/201251,103 mi+12,274 mi
- 15/11/201257,601 mi+6,498 mi
- 08/01/201465,174 mi+7,573 mi
- 08/01/201465,174 mi
- 23/12/201474,302 mi+9,128 mi
- 08/01/201695,493 mi+21,191 mi
- 13/01/201695,493 mi
- 25/02/2017116,805 mi+21,312 mi
- 25/02/2017116,805 mi
- 24/02/2018134,906 mi+18,101 mi
- 28/02/2019148,547 mi+13,641 mi
- 02/03/2019148,702 mi+155 mi
Average of roughly 13,467 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
BG57 LBJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volvo V50 (BG57 LBJ) between January 2011 and March 2019.
The record contains 9 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 02 March 2019 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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 Service brake excessively fluctuating rear discs needed (1.2.1 (e))”; “Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front coil spring broken lower coil as marked, (2.4.C.1a)”.
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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