2008 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · AO58 RYR
2008 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 13/11/2008. Recorded mileage 169,965 miles. MOT valid until 16/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Norwich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 169,965 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1560cc
AO58 RYR Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/02/2026
- 169,965 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 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.
AO58 RYR Mileage History
- 29/10/201145,084 mi
- 09/11/201255,580 mi+10,496 mi
- 17/02/201584,333 mi+28,753 mi
- 12/02/2016103,741 mi+19,408 mi
- 15/02/2017117,709 mi+13,968 mi
- 09/02/2018129,897 mi+12,188 mi
- 13/02/2019136,279 mi+6,382 mi
- 04/02/2020145,549 mi+9,270 mi
- 05/02/2020145,549 mi
- 05/02/2021151,332 mi+5,783 mi
- 31/01/2022155,891 mi+4,559 mi
- 28/01/2023160,867 mi+4,976 mi
- 16/02/2024163,967 mi+3,100 mi
- 10/02/2025166,758 mi+2,791 mi
- 10/02/2025166,758 mi
- 07/02/2026169,965 mi+3,207 mi
Average of roughly 8,746 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
AO58 RYR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volvo V50 (AO58 RYR) between October 2011 and February 2026.
The record contains 14 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 February 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: Tyres (11 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”.
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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