2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · GV08 SWO
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 08/05/2008. Recorded mileage 117,781 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Canterbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,781 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
GV08 SWO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/05/2025
- 117,781 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
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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GV08 SWO Mileage History
- 09/05/202399,037 mi
- 30/04/2024105,089 mi+6,052 mi
- 02/05/2024105,094 mi+5 mi
- 08/05/2025117,780 mi+12,686 mi
- 09/05/2025117,781 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 9,365 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GV08 SWO 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 (GV08 SWO) between May 2023 and May 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 May 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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