2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · GP57 UCC
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31/01/2008. Recorded mileage 98,778 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Canterbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/03/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,778 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
GP57 UCC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/03/2025
- 98,778 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
GP57 UCC Mileage History
- 10/08/202389,569 mi
- 05/03/202492,320 mi+2,751 mi
- 12/03/202492,475 mi+155 mi
- 11/03/202598,194 mi+5,719 mi
- 21/03/202598,778 mi+584 mi
Average of roughly 5,708 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GP57 UCC 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 (GP57 UCC) between August 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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