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AC08 CFG

2008 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,453 mi
Last recorded110,453 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 CFG
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 110,453 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2026 110,447 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 105,920 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 102,349 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2024 102,349 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 98,255 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 93,129 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 87,387 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 84,906 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 79,710 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 4 Mar 2019 79,710 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 74,546 miles

Nearside Front running light inop

Pass 6 Mar 2017 68,221 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 62,307 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 55,563 miles

offside rear upper side light inop

Fail 10 Mar 2015 55,563 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

offside rear upper side light inop

Pass 4 Mar 2014 48,297 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 41,474 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 33,625 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 25,204 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V50?

Based on 920,660 MOT tests across 54,346 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
7,637
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
54,346
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,058
Registration plate lamp not working 11,891
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,891
coil spring broken 9,145
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,907
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AC08 CFG is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 94,852 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V50 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,058 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC08 CFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V50 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC08 CFG registered?

AC08 CFG is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AC08 CFG safe to buy?

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