2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · ML08 XBC
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/07/2008. Recorded mileage 148,108 miles. MOT valid until 13/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,108 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
ML08 XBC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/02/2026
- 148,108 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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ML08 XBC Mileage History
- 17/08/2022129,136 mi
- 27/06/2023144,714 mi+15,578 mi
- 08/08/2023144,791 mi+77 mi
- 16/08/2024146,199 mi+1,408 mi
- 14/02/2026148,108 mi+1,909 mi
Average of roughly 5,427 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
ML08 XBC 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 XBC) between August 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 February 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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