2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · AX08 FFT
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 22/07/2008. Recorded mileage 157,437 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,437 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
AX08 FFT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/05/2025
- 157,437 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: Below 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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AX08 FFT Mileage History
- 19/01/2023137,541 mi
- 20/01/2023137,541 mi
- 28/05/2024142,161 mi+4,620 mi
- 13/05/2025157,437 mi+15,276 mi
- 13/05/2025157,437 mi
Average of roughly 8,600 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AX08 FFT 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 (AX08 FFT) between January 2023 and May 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 May 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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