2008 Volvo V50 2.4L Diesel · CU08 LGE
2008 Volvo V50 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 10/06/2008. Recorded mileage 196,426 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/11/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 196,426 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
CU08 LGE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 05/11/2025
- 196,426 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
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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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.
CU08 LGE Mileage History
- 03/11/2022168,671 mi
- 01/11/2023177,207 mi+8,536 mi
- 04/11/2024185,951 mi+8,744 mi
- 06/11/2024186,007 mi+56 mi
- 05/11/2025196,426 mi+10,419 mi
Average of roughly 9,234 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CU08 LGE 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 (CU08 LGE) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 November 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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