2008 Volvo V50 1.6L Petrol · YA08 UEM
2008 Volvo V50 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 10/07/2008. Recorded mileage 241,421 miles. MOT valid until 17/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 241,421 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1596cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
YA08 UEM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/12/2025
- 241,421 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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.
YA08 UEM Mileage History
- 12/12/2022224,758 mi
- 16/12/2023229,649 mi+4,891 mi
- 29/11/2024233,303 mi+3,654 mi
- 18/12/2025241,421 mi+8,118 mi
- 18/12/2025241,421 mi
Average of roughly 5,523 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YA08 UEM 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 UEM) between December 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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