2008 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · SL08 HUK
2008 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 168,405 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/12/2020
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (07/12/2020)
- Recorded Mileage
- 168,405 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1560cc
SL08 HUK Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/06/2019
- 168,405 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)
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.
SL08 HUK Mileage History
- 05/03/201159,240 mi
- 02/03/201273,888 mi+14,648 mi
- 02/03/201273,888 mi
- 18/02/201390,749 mi+16,861 mi
- 21/02/2014106,811 mi+16,062 mi
- 21/02/2014106,811 mi
- 16/02/2015124,790 mi+17,979 mi
- 17/02/2015124,790 mi
- 08/06/2016138,223 mi+13,433 mi
- 08/06/2016138,224 mi+1 mi
- 05/06/2017145,998 mi+7,774 mi
- 05/06/2017145,998 mi
- 06/06/2018158,328 mi+12,330 mi
- 06/06/2018158,328 mi
- 14/06/2019168,405 mi+10,077 mi
Average of roughly 13,191 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
SL08 HUK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volvo V50 (SL08 HUK) between March 2011 and June 2019.
The record contains 9 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 14 June 2019 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (9 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)”; “Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)”.
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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