2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · HT08 HVG
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 16/07/2008. Recorded mileage 142,428 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Portsmouth
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/03/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 142,428 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
HT08 HVG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/03/2024
- 142,428 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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HT08 HVG Mileage History
- 25/03/2022101,510 mi
- 14/03/2023127,462 mi+25,952 mi
- 16/03/2023127,506 mi+44 mi
- 27/03/2024142,428 mi+14,922 mi
- 27/03/2024142,428 mi
Average of roughly 20,388 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
HT08 HVG 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 (HT08 HVG) between March 2022 and March 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 March 2024 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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