2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · RX08 KYF
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 23/07/2008. Recorded mileage 142,104 miles. MOT valid until 11/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 142,104 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
RX08 KYF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/01/2026
- 142,104 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
RX08 KYF Mileage History
- 05/01/2024134,326 mi
- 05/01/2024134,326 mi
- 16/12/2024137,588 mi+3,262 mi
- 12/01/2026142,104 mi+4,516 mi
- 12/01/2026142,104 mi
Average of roughly 3,850 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RX08 KYF 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 (RX08 KYF) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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