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AJ58 GJY

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

138,741 mi
Last recorded138,741 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ58 GJY
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 138,741 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 138,732 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 133,046 miles

near side rear brake stiff

Pass 31 Oct 2018 120,938 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 109,375 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 97,999 miles

rear shockers worn

Pass 29 Oct 2015 84,023 miles

both front bottom arm bushes worn

both rear tyres worn in side

Pass 13 Oct 2014 68,745 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 53,021 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 53,021 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 36,885 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 29,942 miles

n/s/r tyre has a cut in sidewall,cords not exposed

Fail 7 Oct 2011 29,942 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s/r tyre has a cut in sidewall,cords not exposed

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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AJ58 GJY is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AJ58 GJY, 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 AJ58 GJY registered?

AJ58 GJY is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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