2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · S40 GAF
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 25/08/2008. Recorded mileage 132,155 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/09/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 132,155 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
S40 GAF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/09/2024
- 132,155 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: Below Average
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.
S40 GAF Mileage History
- 22/09/2021121,368 mi
- 24/08/2022122,922 mi+1,554 mi
- 22/09/2023127,335 mi+4,413 mi
- 23/09/2023127,335 mi
- 14/09/2024132,155 mi+4,820 mi
Average of roughly 3,621 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
S40 GAF 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 (S40 GAF) between September 2021 and September 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 September 2024 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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