2008 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · FT08 FNJ
2008 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 20/07/2008. Recorded mileage 84,632 miles. MOT valid until 04/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,632 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1560cc
FT08 FNJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2025
- 84,632 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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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.
FT08 FNJ Mileage History
- 27/10/202275,036 mi
- 02/11/202275,045 mi+9 mi
- 02/11/202378,271 mi+3,226 mi
- 05/11/202481,723 mi+3,452 mi
- 09/10/202584,632 mi+2,909 mi
Average of roughly 3,252 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FT08 FNJ 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 (FT08 FNJ) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 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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