2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · CU08 MPX
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/04/2008. Recorded mileage 218,013 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Swansea
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/02/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 218,013 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1997cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
CU08 MPX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 21/02/2025
- 218,013 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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CU08 MPX Mileage History
- 21/02/2022172,784 mi
- 01/02/2023192,167 mi+19,383 mi
- 14/02/2024211,070 mi+18,903 mi
- 14/02/2024211,071 mi+1 mi
- 21/02/2025218,013 mi+6,942 mi
Average of roughly 15,074 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CU08 MPX 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 MPX) between February 2022 and February 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 February 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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