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AC08 SBX

2008 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

150,239 mi
Last recorded150,239 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 SBX
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 150,239 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 136,265 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 132,815 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 128,552 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 124,677 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 118,618 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 118,614 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jul 2018 112,103 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 104,142 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 104,142 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 91,247 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front mirror damage

Pass 11 Jun 2015 77,894 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 67,962 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 66,262 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 57,996 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 37,866 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 SBX is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SBX, 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.

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What year was AC08 SBX registered?

AC08 SBX is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AC08 SBX safe to buy?

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