2008 Volvo V50 2.5L Petrol · AB08 FVO
2008 Volvo V50 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 02/06/2008. Recorded mileage 167,542 miles. MOT valid until 31/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 167,542 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 2521cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
AB08 FVO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2025
- 167,542 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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AB08 FVO Mileage History
- 06/09/2023138,197 mi
- 01/11/2024156,156 mi+17,959 mi
- 01/11/2024156,156 mi
- 27/10/2025167,542 mi+11,386 mi
- 27/10/2025167,542 mi
Average of roughly 13,703 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AB08 FVO 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 (AB08 FVO) between September 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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