2008 Volvo V50 1.6L Petrol · YY58 JYC
2008 Volvo V50 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 24/12/2008. Recorded mileage 107,375 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Beverley / Hull
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/09/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,375 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1596cc
YY58 JYC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 18/09/2025
- 107,375 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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 JYC Mileage History
- 07/09/202398,428 mi
- 21/09/202398,505 mi+77 mi
- 12/09/2024102,190 mi+3,685 mi
- 16/09/2024102,190 mi
- 18/09/2025107,375 mi+5,185 mi
Average of roughly 4,405 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY58 JYC 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 JYC) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 18 September 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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