2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · FT08 FNK
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 11/07/2008. Recorded mileage 110,226 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Lincoln
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 110,226 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.
FT08 FNK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/05/2025
- 110,226 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: 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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FT08 FNK Mileage History
- 19/05/202299,431 mi
- 19/05/202299,431 mi
- 02/05/2023102,884 mi+3,453 mi
- 13/05/2024107,238 mi+4,354 mi
- 14/05/2025110,226 mi+2,988 mi
Average of roughly 3,614 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FT08 FNK 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 FNK) between May 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 May 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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