2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · WL08 HGF
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 19/06/2008. Recorded mileage 95,190 miles. MOT valid until 07/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Truro
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,190 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
WL08 HGF Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/11/2025
- 95,190 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
WL08 HGF Mileage History
- 09/05/201126,582 mi
- 20/07/201127,510 mi+928 mi
- 10/05/201235,968 mi+8,458 mi
- 22/04/201341,573 mi+5,605 mi
- 28/04/201445,845 mi+4,272 mi
- 23/04/201553,017 mi+7,172 mi
- 04/05/201660,837 mi+7,820 mi
- 04/05/201765,445 mi+4,608 mi
- 04/05/201765,445 mi
- 25/04/201869,662 mi+4,217 mi
- 03/05/201974,311 mi+4,649 mi
- 07/05/201974,311 mi
- 21/04/202078,089 mi+3,778 mi
- 21/04/202078,089 mi
- 05/05/202179,578 mi+1,489 mi
- 06/05/202282,868 mi+3,290 mi
- 06/05/202282,868 mi
- 05/05/202385,962 mi+3,094 mi
- 23/04/202489,676 mi+3,714 mi
- 08/11/202491,903 mi+2,227 mi
- 05/11/202595,190 mi+3,287 mi
Average of roughly 4,734 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
WL08 HGF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volvo V50 (WL08 HGF) between May 2011 and November 2025.
The record contains 17 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 05 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (19 issues), Brakes (17 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 61 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: “Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”.
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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