2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · LA08 BWC
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 21/07/2008. Recorded mileage 125,711 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Stanmore (North London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/08/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,711 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
LA08 BWC Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/08/2024
- 125,711 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
LA08 BWC Mileage History
- 05/08/2022115,642 mi
- 18/08/2023120,433 mi+4,791 mi
- 14/08/2024125,710 mi+5,277 mi
- 15/08/2024125,711 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 4,962 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
LA08 BWC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volvo V50 (LA08 BWC) between August 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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