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AE58 CYJ

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

151,434 mi
Last recorded151,434 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE58 CYJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 151,434 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 141,281 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 141,281 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 132,686 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 27 Jul 2021 128,138 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 124,670 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 124,610 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 119,097 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 115,384 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 106,655 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 96,548 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 81,281 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 67,516 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 53,306 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Sep 2013 53,306 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2012 42,817 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Aug 2012 42,817 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Sep 2011 31,561 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 31,561 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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AE58 CYJ is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AE58 CYJ, 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 AE58 CYJ registered?

AE58 CYJ is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 4 September 2008.

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The MOT history for AE58 CYJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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