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BF08 DTZ

2008 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

206,340 mi
Last recorded206,340 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 DTZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 206,340 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2023 206,340 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2022 206,065 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 204,363 miles

Nearside Rear seat belt buckle cover damaged

Fail 16 Apr 2021 204,362 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear seat belt buckle cover damaged

Pass 10 Oct 2019 201,629 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 194,799 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 194,796 miles

Fuel system component leaking Diesel Filter (7.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel Needs Adjusting (3.1.6b)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both Front, Wearing From Inner Edges. Recommended To Do Wheel Alignment To Prevent Issue Happening Again (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 185,788 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 176,278 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 164,479 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 135,203 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 May 2013 135,203 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 100,817 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 100,817 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 70,787 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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BF08 DTZ is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BF08 DTZ, 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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BF08 DTZ is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 11 March 2008.

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