2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · M2 NDK
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 108,640 miles. MOT expired on 28 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 108,640 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M2 NDK Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/06/2024
- 108,640 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.
M2 NDK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volvo V50 (M2 NDK) between June 2023 and June 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
M2 NDK Mileage History
- 26/06/2023102,932 mi
- 28/06/2023102,941 mi+9 mi
- 27/06/2024108,640 mi+5,699 mi
Average of roughly 5,681 miles per year across 3 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
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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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