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AY08 WBD

2008 Volvo V50

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,794 mi
Last recorded109,794 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 WBD
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 May 2018 109,794 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 88,946 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 82,405 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 71,081 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 57,685 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 47,524 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 37,947 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 21,848 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)

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 WBD is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WBD, 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 AY08 WBD registered?

AY08 WBD is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 3 May 2008.

Is AY08 WBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 WBD shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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