2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · OV08 WRX
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 12/06/2008. Recorded mileage 151,473 miles. MOT valid until 25/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 151,473 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1998cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
OV08 WRX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/10/2025
- 151,473 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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OV08 WRX Mileage History
- 04/10/2022135,350 mi
- 26/10/2023140,938 mi+5,588 mi
- 23/10/2024146,228 mi+5,290 mi
- 01/10/2025151,470 mi+5,242 mi
- 08/10/2025151,473 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 5,353 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OV08 WRX 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 (OV08 WRX) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 October 2025 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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