2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · OU08 KZG
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30/06/2008. Recorded mileage 173,220 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/10/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 173,220 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
OU08 KZG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 06/10/2025
- 173,220 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
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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.
OU08 KZG Mileage History
- 06/10/2021124,425 mi
- 11/10/2022136,260 mi+11,835 mi
- 09/10/2023149,410 mi+13,150 mi
- 04/10/2024161,961 mi+12,551 mi
- 06/10/2025173,220 mi+11,259 mi
Average of roughly 12,199 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OU08 KZG 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 (OU08 KZG) between October 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 October 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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