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AM08 AXH

2008 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

143,538 mi
Last recorded143,538 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 AXH
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2019 143,538 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 130,624 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 116,031 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 98,727 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2017 98,727 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush lower rear bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush lower rear bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 79,666 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 55,415 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 44,167 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear tyres starting to wear inner edge

Fail 11 Feb 2013 36,017 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 36,017 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 27,359 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 20,083 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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AM08 AXH is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AM08 AXH, 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 AM08 AXH registered?

AM08 AXH is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is AM08 AXH safe to buy?

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