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AC08 XPJ

2008 Volvo V50

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

172,944 mi
Last recorded172,944 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 XPJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 172,944 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 156,291 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 136,881 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 1 May 2015 119,240 miles

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

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

condition of wiper blades

Pass 15 Apr 2014 99,901 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 82,878 miles

o/s/r tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Fail 30 Apr 2013 82,691 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

o/s/r tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 1 May 2012 67,004 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Apr 2012 66,896 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 50,149 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 50,149 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 XPJ is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 XPJ, 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 XPJ registered?

AC08 XPJ is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is AC08 XPJ safe to buy?

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