2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · WF08 KGP
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 25/03/2008. Recorded mileage 167,342 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Exeter
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/10/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 167,342 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
WF08 KGP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 11/10/2025
- 167,342 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
WF08 KGP Mileage History
- 13/09/2023158,235 mi
- 16/10/2023158,364 mi+129 mi
- 16/10/2023158,369 mi+5 mi
- 16/09/2024162,169 mi+3,800 mi
- 11/10/2025167,342 mi+5,173 mi
Average of roughly 4,384 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WF08 KGP 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 (WF08 KGP) between September 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 11 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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