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AX08 CWG

2008 Volvo V50

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

102,414 mi
Last recorded102,414 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 CWG
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 102,414 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 102,414 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 101,226 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 93,411 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 93,410 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 79,266 miles

very slight bulge in offside front tyre

Fail 12 Jun 2015 79,266 miles

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

very slight bulge in offside front tyre

Pass 13 Jun 2014 62,633 miles

N/S rear tyre worn to approx. 2mm.

Fail 13 Jun 2014 62,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front tyres worn on inner edge.

Engine oil level on minimum.

N/S rear tyre worn to approx. 2mm.

Fail 14 Jun 2013 45,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 45,954 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 32,144 miles

windscreen wipers hitting (a)pillar

Fail 22 Jun 2012 32,144 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

windscreen wipers hitting (a)pillar

Pass 9 Jun 2011 18,699 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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AX08 CWG is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 AX08 CWG, 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 AX08 CWG registered?

AX08 CWG is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is AX08 CWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 CWG shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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