2008 Volvo V50 2.4L Diesel · ML08 WZP
2008 Volvo V50 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 02/05/2008. Recorded mileage 141,818 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/09/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,818 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
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
ML08 WZP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 27/08/2025
- 141,818 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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ML08 WZP Mileage History
- 03/09/2021137,671 mi
- 31/08/2022138,851 mi+1,180 mi
- 11/09/2023139,486 mi+635 mi
- 29/08/2024140,328 mi+842 mi
- 27/08/2025141,818 mi+1,490 mi
Average of roughly 1,042 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
ML08 WZP 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 (ML08 WZP) between September 2021 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 August 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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