2008 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · YA08 FTC
2008 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 29/06/2008. Recorded mileage 140,919 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/04/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 140,919 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
YA08 FTC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/04/2024
- 140,919 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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YA08 FTC Mileage History
- 25/03/2022123,156 mi
- 22/03/2023127,669 mi+4,513 mi
- 22/03/2023127,669 mi
- 23/03/2024140,393 mi+12,724 mi
- 03/04/2024140,919 mi+526 mi
Average of roughly 8,766 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YA08 FTC 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 (YA08 FTC) between March 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 April 2024 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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