2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · KM57 EOP
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 14/02/2008. Recorded mileage 128,384 miles. MOT valid until 20/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,384 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
KM57 EOP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2025
- 128,384 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: Average
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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.
KM57 EOP Mileage History
- 20/10/2023105,170 mi
- 21/10/2024113,881 mi+8,711 mi
- 21/10/2024113,881 mi
- 14/10/2025128,209 mi+14,328 mi
- 21/10/2025128,384 mi+175 mi
Average of roughly 11,584 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KM57 EOP 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 (KM57 EOP) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 October 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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