2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · RF08 WZB
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 16/07/2008. Recorded mileage 95,270 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/04/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,270 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
RF08 WZB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 26/03/2026
- 95,270 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.
RF08 WZB Mileage History
- 22/03/202283,992 mi
- 28/03/202384,619 mi+627 mi
- 14/03/202485,107 mi+488 mi
- 14/04/202585,701 mi+594 mi
- 26/03/202695,270 mi+9,569 mi
Average of roughly 2,812 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RF08 WZB 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 WZB) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 March 2026 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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