2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · WN08 CTV
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27/03/2008. Recorded mileage 159,919 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Bristol
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/09/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,919 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
WN08 CTV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/09/2023
- 159,919 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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WN08 CTV Mileage History
- 15/10/2021145,751 mi
- 31/08/2022152,942 mi+7,191 mi
- 31/08/2022152,942 mi
- 06/09/2023159,919 mi+6,977 mi
- 07/09/2023159,919 mi
Average of roughly 7,480 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WN08 CTV 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 (WN08 CTV) between October 2021 and September 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 September 2023 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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