2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · SV08 PPF
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 171,141 miles. MOT valid until 11/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Aberdeen
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/09/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 171,141 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1998cc
SV08 PPF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/09/2026
- 171,141 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
SV08 PPF Mileage History
- 09/09/2024143,757 mi
- 09/09/2024143,757 mi
- 09/09/2025156,625 mi+12,868 mi
- 09/09/2026171,141 mi+14,516 mi
- 12/09/2026171,141 mi
Average of roughly 13,646 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SV08 PPF 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 (SV08 PPF) between September 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
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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