2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · SW08 LCV
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30/06/2008. Recorded mileage 178,611 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Aberdeen
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/04/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 178,611 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1997cc
SW08 LCV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 10/04/2026
- 178,611 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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SW08 LCV Mileage History
- 06/04/2023161,645 mi
- 05/04/2024167,919 mi+6,274 mi
- 08/04/2024167,922 mi+3 mi
- 08/04/2025174,027 mi+6,105 mi
- 10/04/2026178,611 mi+4,584 mi
Average of roughly 5,633 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SW08 LCV 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 (SW08 LCV) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 April 2026 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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