2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · NV08 FPC
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30/04/2008. Recorded mileage 93,382 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Stockton-on-Tees
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/01/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,382 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
NV08 FPC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/01/2024
- 93,382 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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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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.
NV08 FPC Mileage History
- 25/01/202290,190 mi
- 01/02/202290,218 mi+28 mi
- 26/01/202391,918 mi+1,700 mi
- 26/01/202493,382 mi+1,464 mi
- 26/01/202493,382 mi
Average of roughly 1,595 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
NV08 FPC 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 (NV08 FPC) between January 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 January 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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