2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · LG08 TKX
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 221,823 miles. MOT valid until 11/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Stanmore (North London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 221,823 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
LG08 TKX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/01/2026
- 221,823 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: 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.
LG08 TKX Mileage History
- 10/01/2023205,394 mi
- 10/01/2024212,610 mi+7,216 mi
- 16/12/2024217,501 mi+4,891 mi
- 06/01/2026221,823 mi+4,322 mi
- 06/01/2026221,823 mi
Average of roughly 5,494 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LG08 TKX 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 (LG08 TKX) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 January 2026 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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