2008 Volvo V50 2.4L Diesel · KU08 LAO
2008 Volvo V50 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 20 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 172,094 miles. MOT valid until 07 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 172,094 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KU08 LAO Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2026
- 172,094 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KU08 LAO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volvo V50 (KU08 LAO) between March 2011 and October 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 9 failures.
The most recent test on 07 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (18 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 38 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: “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))”; “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
KU08 LAO Mileage History
- 03/03/201157,542 mi
- 04/03/201157,542 mi
- 11/04/201272,593 mi+15,051 mi
- 09/04/201376,631 mi+4,038 mi
- 08/04/201480,526 mi+3,895 mi
- 10/04/201587,003 mi+6,477 mi
- 21/03/201693,030 mi+6,027 mi
- 07/04/2017100,000 mi+6,970 mi
- 12/04/2017100,021 mi+21 mi
- 11/04/2018106,069 mi+6,048 mi
- 11/04/2018106,069 mi
- 06/04/2019112,398 mi+6,329 mi
- 05/10/2020120,945 mi+8,547 mi
- 06/10/2020120,945 mi
- 04/09/2021124,066 mi+3,121 mi
- 15/09/2021124,075 mi+9 mi
- 04/10/2022132,466 mi+8,391 mi
- 04/10/2022132,466 mi
- 03/10/2023137,429 mi+4,963 mi
- 04/10/2023137,429 mi
- 07/10/2024147,546 mi+10,117 mi
- 09/10/2024147,546 mi
- 24/09/2025161,437 mi+13,891 mi
- 26/09/2025161,437 mi
- 07/10/2026172,094 mi+10,657 mi
Average of roughly 7,344 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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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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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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if the correct servicing has been skipped.
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