2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · VU58 XPL
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 06/09/2008. Recorded mileage 85,706 miles. MOT valid until 15/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,706 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
VU58 XPL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/12/2025
- 85,706 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: Average
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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.
VU58 XPL Mileage History
- 07/12/202377,885 mi
- 13/12/202481,178 mi+3,293 mi
- 13/12/202481,179 mi+1 mi
- 16/12/202585,704 mi+4,525 mi
- 16/12/202585,706 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 3,861 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VU58 XPL 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 (VU58 XPL) between December 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 December 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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