2008 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · AV58 HTA
2008 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30/09/2008. Recorded mileage 115,552 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/08/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 115,552 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
AV58 HTA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/07/2023
- 115,552 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
AV58 HTA Mileage History
- 02/12/202196,486 mi
- 04/08/202296,870 mi+384 mi
- 08/08/202296,893 mi+23 mi
- 18/07/2023115,552 mi+18,659 mi
- 24/07/2023115,552 mi
Average of roughly 11,625 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AV58 HTA 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 (AV58 HTA) between December 2021 and July 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 July 2023 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 (4 issues), Steering (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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 Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (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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