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AF08 HSV

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

215,096 mi
Last recorded215,096 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 HSV
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2022 215,096 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2021 215,096 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 209,102 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 209,102 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 205,590 miles

both rear tyres starting to wear on tread inner edges

Pass 13 May 2019 196,496 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 196,495 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 192,925 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 178,183 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint 1/4 LINK (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2018 178,181 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint 1/4 LINK (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 163,443 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 150,685 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 134,271 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 118,316 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 99,284 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 99,282 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 81,297 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 59,354 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 HSV is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 HSV, 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 AF08 HSV?

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What year was AF08 HSV registered?

AF08 HSV is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AF08 HSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 HSV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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