2008 Volvo V50 2.4L Diesel · AF08 HRX
2008 Volvo V50 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 14/03/2008. Recorded mileage 129,258 miles. MOT valid until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,258 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 2400cc
AF08 HRX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/04/2026
- 129,258 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
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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.
AF08 HRX Mileage History
- 02/04/2024118,723 mi
- 01/04/2025123,618 mi+4,895 mi
- 01/04/2025123,620 mi+2 mi
- 02/04/2026129,258 mi+5,638 mi
- 02/04/2026129,258 mi
Average of roughly 5,271 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AF08 HRX 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 (AF08 HRX) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 April 2026 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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