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BJ08 LGF

2008 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,761 mi
Last recorded105,761 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 LGF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2023 105,761 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 100,407 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 99,664 miles

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

n/s rear tyre starting to get low in tread and worn on inner edge

rear brake discs worn pads getting low

under trays and sill covers fitted

Fail 15 Jan 2021 99,663 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

n/s rear tyre starting to get low in tread and worn on inner edge

rear brake discs worn pads getting low

under trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 3 Feb 2020 97,823 miles

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

front brake discs worn pads 50% worn

n.s rear tyre worn on edges and slightly deteriorated inner wall

under trays fitted

Fail 3 Feb 2020 97,823 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

front brake discs worn pads 50% worn

n.s rear tyre worn on edges and slightly deteriorated inner wall

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2019 94,826 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 92,280 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 92,280 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 87,517 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 83,188 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 79,651 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 67,626 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 53,269 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 49,735 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 35,497 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 34,400 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 34,400 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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BJ08 LGF is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BJ08 LGF, 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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BJ08 LGF is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 14 April 2008.

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