2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · GL08 HDF
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 26/06/2008. Recorded mileage 134,597 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/03/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 134,597 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.
GL08 HDF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 02/04/2026
- 134,597 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
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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GL08 HDF Mileage History
- 13/03/2023127,812 mi
- 11/03/2024132,626 mi+4,814 mi
- 21/03/2025134,281 mi+1,655 mi
- 21/03/2025134,281 mi
- 02/04/2026134,597 mi+316 mi
Average of roughly 2,221 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GL08 HDF 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 (GL08 HDF) between March 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 April 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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