2008 Volvo V50 1.6L Petrol · YY58 HDH
2008 Volvo V50 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 11/11/2008. Recorded mileage 76,119 miles. MOT valid until 25/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Beverley / Hull
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/06/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,119 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1596cc
YY58 HDH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/06/2026
- 76,119 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
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.
YY58 HDH Mileage History
- 21/06/202472,148 mi
- 21/06/202472,148 mi
- 19/06/202573,979 mi+1,831 mi
- 20/06/202573,979 mi
- 19/06/202676,119 mi+2,140 mi
Average of roughly 1,993 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY58 HDH 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 (YY58 HDH) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.
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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