2008 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · LB08 KWA
2008 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 05/06/2008. Recorded mileage 208,986 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Stanmore (North London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/07/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 208,986 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1560cc
LB08 KWA Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2023
- 208,986 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
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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.
LB08 KWA Mileage History
- 25/06/2022189,173 mi
- 25/06/2022189,173 mi
- 08/07/2023208,986 mi+19,813 mi
- 08/07/2023208,986 mi
Average of roughly 19,150 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
LB08 KWA 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 (LB08 KWA) between June 2022 and July 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 July 2023 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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