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AY08 LFV

2008 Volvo V50

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

63,306 mi
Last recorded63,306 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 LFV
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 63,306 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 60,423 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 55,995 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 52,768 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 50,118 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 48,640 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 45,373 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 40,692 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 37,722 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2019 37,722 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 34,699 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 31,266 miles

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)

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

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

O/S/R tyre has a cut to cords but not bigger than requirements to fail mot

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear tyres feathering slightly on inner edges

Pass 21 Mar 2016 27,879 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 25,533 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 22,825 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 19,610 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 17,352 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 12,601 miles

Nearside 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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AY08 LFV is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 AY08 LFV, 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

How do I check the history of AY08 LFV?

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What year was AY08 LFV registered?

AY08 LFV is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is AY08 LFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 LFV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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