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BD08 SVF

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

150,470 mi
Last recorded150,470 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 SVF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 150,470 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 138,590 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 130,712 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 123,298 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 123,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 114,618 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 114,618 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 107,331 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 101,594 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 93,001 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 93,001 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 83,947 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 68,224 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 58,013 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 50,636 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 3 Mar 2015 50,636 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 Mar 2014 43,702 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 37,481 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 31,030 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 25,061 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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BD08 SVF is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 BD08 SVF, 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 BD08 SVF registered?

BD08 SVF is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is BD08 SVF safe to buy?

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