2008 Volvo V50 2.4L Diesel · GK58 ACU
2008 Volvo V50 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 02/09/2008. Recorded mileage 160,227 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/07/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 160,227 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 2400cc
GK58 ACU Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/06/2023
- 160,227 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
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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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.
GK58 ACU Mileage History
- 06/09/201131,461 mi
- 05/09/201242,712 mi+11,251 mi
- 05/09/201352,270 mi+9,558 mi
- 01/09/201461,345 mi+9,075 mi
- 11/09/201574,534 mi+13,189 mi
- 19/08/201682,215 mi+7,681 mi
- 18/08/201787,287 mi+5,072 mi
- 24/09/201894,180 mi+6,893 mi
- 22/08/2019115,045 mi+20,865 mi
- 05/06/2020132,279 mi+17,234 mi
- 15/06/2021140,901 mi+8,622 mi
- 04/07/2022146,798 mi+5,897 mi
- 05/07/2022146,798 mi
- 28/06/2023160,227 mi+13,429 mi
- 28/06/2023160,227 mi
Average of roughly 10,905 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
GK58 ACU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volvo V50 (GK58 ACU) between September 2011 and June 2023.
The record contains 13 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 June 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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: “Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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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