2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · RF08 OAP
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 06/06/2008. Recorded mileage 197,108 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/06/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 197,108 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
RF08 OAP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 23/06/2025
- 197,108 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
RF08 OAP Mileage History
- 22/06/2023179,270 mi
- 30/06/2023179,271 mi+1 mi
- 24/06/2024189,464 mi+10,193 mi
- 24/06/2024189,465 mi+1 mi
- 23/06/2025197,108 mi+7,643 mi
Average of roughly 8,900 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RF08 OAP 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 (RF08 OAP) between June 2023 and June 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 23 June 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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