2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · FH08 DWD
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 06/08/2008. Recorded mileage 75,155 miles. MOT valid until 04/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,155 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
FH08 DWD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/10/2025
- 75,155 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
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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FH08 DWD Mileage History
- 21/10/202264,494 mi
- 10/10/202368,287 mi+3,793 mi
- 15/10/202471,591 mi+3,304 mi
- 16/10/202471,592 mi+1 mi
- 28/10/202575,155 mi+3,563 mi
Average of roughly 3,530 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FH08 DWD 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 (FH08 DWD) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 October 2025 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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