2008 Volvo V50 1.6L Petrol · BK58 LZX
2008 Volvo V50 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 24/11/2008. Recorded mileage 148,754 miles. MOT valid until 22/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,754 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1596cc
BK58 LZX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/01/2026
- 148,754 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
BK58 LZX Mileage History
- 19/10/2022137,197 mi
- 19/10/2022137,197 mi
- 13/10/2023141,110 mi+3,913 mi
- 22/10/2024145,672 mi+4,562 mi
- 23/01/2026148,754 mi+3,082 mi
Average of roughly 3,540 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BK58 LZX 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 (BK58 LZX) between October 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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