2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · GV08 SXB
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 12/06/2008. Recorded mileage 129,579 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Canterbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/05/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,579 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.
GV08 SXB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 30/07/2024
- 129,579 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
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.
GV08 SXB Mileage History
- 16/05/2022122,164 mi
- 16/05/2023125,374 mi+3,210 mi
- 10/05/2024129,443 mi+4,069 mi
- 12/07/2024129,458 mi+15 mi
- 30/07/2024129,579 mi+121 mi
Average of roughly 3,361 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GV08 SXB 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 SXB) between May 2022 and July 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 30 July 2024 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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