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AX08 AKF

2008 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

289,785 mi
Last recorded289,785 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 AKF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2016 289,785 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 214,620 miles

Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 149,433 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r brake caliper damp no visable leak

Pass 12 Nov 2014 148,890 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 148,885 miles

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit breaking up (2.5.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

rear tailgate unable to open

Pass 21 Oct 2013 136,896 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 129,370 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 129,370 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 117,562 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 109,958 miles

Due to uneven wear both rear tyres are likely to have exposed cords on inner edges very soon

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

Offside Rear 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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AX08 AKF is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AX08 AKF, 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 AX08 AKF registered?

AX08 AKF is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 13 June 2008.

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