2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · SW08 LDU
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30/06/2008. Recorded mileage 194,849 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Aberdeen
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 194,849 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
SW08 LDU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/06/2025
- 194,849 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 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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SW08 LDU Mileage History
- 05/06/2023180,960 mi
- 05/06/2023180,960 mi
- 03/06/2024187,702 mi+6,742 mi
- 04/06/2024187,704 mi+2 mi
- 02/06/2025194,849 mi+7,145 mi
Average of roughly 6,967 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SW08 LDU 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 LDU) between June 2023 and June 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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