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BG58 LKL

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

129,000 mi
Last recorded129,000 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 LKL
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 129,000 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 122,009 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 120,803 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 119,407 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 117,601 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 116,362 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 115,093 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 112,108 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 108,395 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 105,300 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 105,285 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 102,427 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 96,631 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 96,377 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 87,250 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 77,670 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 67,456 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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BG58 LKL is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BG58 LKL, 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 BG58 LKL registered?

BG58 LKL is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is BG58 LKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 LKL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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