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AF08 HRO

2008 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

124,945 mi
Last recorded124,945 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 HRO
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 124,945 miles

Centre exhaust box corroded

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 31 May 2017 124,945 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Centre exhaust box corroded

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 May 2016 112,455 miles

Centre exhaust silencer slightly corroded

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 May 2015 98,670 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge and cuts in tread

Fail 3 Jun 2014 85,194 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 85,194 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 67,712 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 May 2012 55,411 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 46,733 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 45,553 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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AF08 HRO is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 AF08 HRO, 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 AF08 HRO registered?

AF08 HRO is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is AF08 HRO safe to buy?

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