2008 Volvo V50 2.4L Diesel · LR08 TUU
2008 Volvo V50 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 31/03/2008. Recorded mileage 172,762 miles. MOT valid until 29/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 172,762 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 2400cc
LR08 TUU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/11/2025
- 172,762 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
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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.
LR08 TUU Mileage History
- 24/11/2022133,543 mi
- 27/11/2023135,934 mi+2,391 mi
- 26/11/2024149,137 mi+13,203 mi
- 26/11/2025172,762 mi+23,625 mi
- 28/11/2025172,762 mi
Average of roughly 13,022 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LR08 TUU 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 (LR08 TUU) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 November 2025 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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