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BG08 CTV

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

126,206 mi
Last recorded126,206 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 CTV
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 126,206 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 122,530 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 119,554 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 116,723 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 115,487 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 113,224 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 110,610 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 98,171 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Aug 2012 80,241 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 80,241 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 60,367 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 52,797 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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BG08 CTV is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BG08 CTV, 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 BG08 CTV registered?

BG08 CTV is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is BG08 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 CTV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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