2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · GU08 USG
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 26/04/2008. Recorded mileage 177,796 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/05/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 177,796 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1998cc
GU08 USG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 12/05/2025
- 177,796 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 26 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring steering items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
GU08 USG Mileage History
- 30/05/2022154,956 mi
- 23/05/2023164,038 mi+9,082 mi
- 30/05/2024173,832 mi+9,794 mi
- 30/05/2024173,832 mi
- 12/05/2025177,796 mi+3,964 mi
Average of roughly 7,740 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GU08 USG 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 (GU08 USG) between May 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 May 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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: “Brake performance unable to be tested osr coil spring broken (1.2.1 (g))”; “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached top mount cracked (5.3.2 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached top mount cracked (5.3.2 (a) (ii))”.
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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