2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · DD02 DOD
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 21 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 127,102 miles. MOT expired on 07 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,102 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
DD02 DOD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/06/2024
- 127,102 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
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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.
DD02 DOD Mileage History
- 21/04/2022117,175 mi
- 20/04/2023122,960 mi+5,785 mi
- 30/08/2023123,624 mi+664 mi
- 04/06/2024127,102 mi+3,478 mi
- 08/06/2024127,102 mi
Average of roughly 4,654 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DD02 DOD 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 (DD02 DOD) between April 2022 and June 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 June 2024 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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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if the correct servicing has been skipped.
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