2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · R20 PEN
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 25/01/2008. Recorded mileage 233,779 miles. MOT valid until 15/12/2026.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1998cc
R20 PEN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/11/2025
- 233,779 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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R20 PEN Mileage History
- 19/11/2022198,534 mi
- 19/11/2022198,534 mi
- 24/11/2023210,605 mi+12,071 mi
- 23/11/2024222,555 mi+11,950 mi
- 22/11/2025233,779 mi+11,224 mi
Average of roughly 11,714 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R20 PEN 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 (R20 PEN) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 November 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.
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