2008 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · WN58 YLU
2008 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 13/10/2008. Recorded mileage 210,256 miles. MOT valid until 11/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Bristol
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 210,256 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
WN58 YLU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2025
- 210,256 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.
WN58 YLU Mileage History
- 24/08/2023189,462 mi
- 30/08/2023189,462 mi
- 30/08/2024199,854 mi+10,392 mi
- 13/08/2025210,252 mi+10,398 mi
- 13/08/2025210,256 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 10,545 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WN58 YLU 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 (WN58 YLU) between August 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 August 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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