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AJ58 HYC

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

165,178 mi
Last recorded165,178 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ58 HYC
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2022 165,178 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2022 165,178 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 158,731 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 155,950 miles

both front tyre outer side walls damaged

injector seals leaking

n/s/f fog light not working

Fail 10 Jul 2020 155,950 miles

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

both front tyre outer side walls damaged

injector seals leaking

n/s/f fog light not working

Pass 1 Jul 2019 149,736 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 123,197 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 83,043 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 71,933 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 59,849 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 59,849 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 48,011 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f lower arm rear bush starting to unbond

Fail 1 Jul 2013 39,672 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 39,672 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 25,252 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 20,187 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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AJ58 HYC is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HYC, 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 HYC registered?

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

Is AJ58 HYC safe to buy?

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