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AN08 XPL

2008 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

210,707 mi
Last recorded210,707 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 XPL
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024 210,707 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 195,629 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (re-inflated to correct press. - no sign of any objects in tyre) (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 183,540 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 171,495 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 160,897 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 160,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 143,607 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2019 143,603 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 128,689 miles

eng cover and undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Jun 2017 117,665 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread (4.1.E.1)

engine and sill areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 31 May 2016 108,209 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 99,431 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 99,431 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 92,688 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Jul 2013 87,415 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

cuts on n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Fail 9 Jul 2013 87,414 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

cuts on n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Pass 13 Jul 2012 81,656 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

cuts in n/s/rear tyre outer wall.

Fail 10 Jul 2012 81,656 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

cuts in n/s/rear tyre outer wall.

Pass 11 Jul 2011 76,436 miles

Both rear tyres wearing unevenly.

Fail 10 Jun 2011 76,331 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 76,331 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AN08 XPL is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AN08 XPL, 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 AN08 XPL registered?

AN08 XPL is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 2 July 2008.

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