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AC08 OSZ

2008 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,190 mi
Last recorded103,190 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 OSZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 103,190 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 102,468 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 93,623 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front bumper insecure

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Oct 2015 93,615 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front bumper insecure

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 78,722 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

offside front amber side marker light not working

windscreen cracked, but out of drivers view

Pass 29 Aug 2013 59,046 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 23 Aug 2013 59,046 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 17 Apr 2012 40,084 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 29,551 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 OSZ is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OSZ, 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

How do I check the history of AC08 OSZ?

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What year was AC08 OSZ registered?

AC08 OSZ is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is AC08 OSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 OSZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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