2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · DY58 OVX
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 18 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 108,762 miles. MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 108,762 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DY58 OVX Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2025
- 108,762 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DY58 OVX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volvo V50 (DY58 OVX) between August 2011 and December 2025.
The record contains 15 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 01 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))”.
DY58 OVX Mileage History
- 23/08/201119,019 mi
- 23/08/201119,019 mi
- 10/09/201228,524 mi+9,505 mi
- 23/09/201340,099 mi+11,575 mi
- 23/09/201340,099 mi
- 16/09/201447,062 mi+6,963 mi
- 10/12/201551,595 mi+4,533 mi
- 09/12/201656,072 mi+4,477 mi
- 01/12/201759,973 mi+3,901 mi
- 08/12/201760,050 mi+77 mi
- 05/12/201864,822 mi+4,772 mi
- 04/12/201969,050 mi+4,228 mi
- 11/12/201969,099 mi+49 mi
- 04/12/202074,370 mi+5,271 mi
- 08/12/202182,521 mi+8,151 mi
- 09/12/202289,326 mi+6,805 mi
- 07/12/202395,063 mi+5,737 mi
- 14/12/202395,068 mi+5 mi
- 13/12/202499,584 mi+4,516 mi
- 01/12/2025108,762 mi+9,178 mi
Average of roughly 6,287 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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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