2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · RK08 KPP
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 11/04/2008. Recorded mileage 112,985 miles. MOT valid until 23/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,985 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
RK08 KPP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/02/2026
- 112,985 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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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.
RK08 KPP Mileage History
- 24/02/2023105,820 mi
- 13/02/2024108,269 mi+2,449 mi
- 19/02/2025110,460 mi+2,191 mi
- 19/02/2025110,460 mi
- 10/02/2026112,985 mi+2,525 mi
Average of roughly 2,419 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RK08 KPP 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 (RK08 KPP) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 February 2026 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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