2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · GK58 ABN
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 08/09/2008. Recorded mileage 130,596 miles. MOT valid until 15/08/2027. Taxed until 01/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/08/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/10/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,596 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
GK58 ABN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/08/2026
- 130,596 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
GK58 ABN Mileage History
- 13/11/2023115,763 mi
- 15/11/2023115,804 mi+41 mi
- 02/12/2024122,716 mi+6,912 mi
- 02/12/2024122,716 mi
- 17/08/2026130,596 mi+7,880 mi
Average of roughly 5,374 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GK58 ABN 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 2008 Volvo V50 (GK58 ABN) between November 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top ball joint cover completel”; “Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced headlamp does not project any beam pattern or have significant ”; “Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
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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