2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · HV58 NLP
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 17/10/2008. Recorded mileage 149,486 miles. MOT valid until 23/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,486 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
HV58 NLP Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/11/2025
- 149,486 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
HV58 NLP Mileage History
- 14/10/201149,144 mi
- 14/10/201149,144 mi
- 20/03/201251,864 mi+2,720 mi
- 31/10/201257,213 mi+5,349 mi
- 21/10/201366,017 mi+8,804 mi
- 25/10/201474,391 mi+8,374 mi
- 27/10/201584,430 mi+10,039 mi
- 29/10/201584,457 mi+27 mi
- 15/10/201691,828 mi+7,371 mi
- 17/10/201691,923 mi+95 mi
- 24/10/201797,014 mi+5,091 mi
- 07/11/2018100,804 mi+3,790 mi
- 07/10/2019103,873 mi+3,069 mi
- 02/11/2020105,348 mi+1,475 mi
- 05/11/2021113,772 mi+8,424 mi
- 03/11/2022129,851 mi+16,079 mi
- 08/11/2023135,864 mi+6,013 mi
- 24/10/2024144,474 mi+8,610 mi
- 24/11/2025149,486 mi+5,012 mi
Average of roughly 7,109 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
HV58 NLP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volvo V50 (HV58 NLP) between October 2011 and November 2025.
The record contains 16 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 24 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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: “Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.
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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