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AY58 XBP

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,812 mi
Last recorded28,812 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2011
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY58 XBP
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2011 28,812 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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AY58 XBP is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 AY58 XBP, 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 AY58 XBP registered?

AY58 XBP is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is AY58 XBP safe to buy?

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Does AY58 XBP have outstanding finance?

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