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AK58 FJY

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

133,092 mi
Last recorded133,092 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 FJY
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 133,092 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 130,868 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 128,229 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 125,021 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 122,096 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 119,008 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 116,689 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Jan 2019 113,642 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 109,703 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 109,690 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2017 106,054 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 92,599 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 92,599 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 90,677 miles

BOTH REAR BUMPSTOPS DETERIORATED

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 85,056 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 72,546 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 57,219 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 38,143 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 38,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AK58 FJY is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AK58 FJY, 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 AK58 FJY registered?

AK58 FJY is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is AK58 FJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK58 FJY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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