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AF08 NPM

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

140,554 mi
Last recorded140,554 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 NPM
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2018 140,554 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 140,553 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush most rear (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 137,750 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 137,749 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 27 May 2015 134,638 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 130,583 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 125,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 125,982 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 120,806 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 120,806 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 112,736 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 NPM is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NPM, 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 AF08 NPM registered?

AF08 NPM is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 28 July 2008.

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