2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · SP08 YVU
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 22/04/2008. Recorded mileage 112,807 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Dundee
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/12/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,807 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
SP08 YVU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 14/10/2025
- 112,807 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
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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SP08 YVU Mileage History
- 12/12/202297,377 mi
- 11/12/2023102,938 mi+5,561 mi
- 11/12/2023102,938 mi
- 13/12/2024108,009 mi+5,071 mi
- 14/10/2025112,807 mi+4,798 mi
Average of roughly 5,435 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SP08 YVU 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 (SP08 YVU) between December 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 October 2025 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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