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BN08 RXB

2008 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,809 mi
Last recorded136,809 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 RXB
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2019 136,809 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 136,809 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2018 134,143 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 128,175 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 121,794 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 115,082 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 110,065 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 104,560 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 98,382 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 98,382 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 92,302 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 92,300 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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BN08 RXB is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN08 RXB, 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

How do I check the history of BN08 RXB?

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What year was BN08 RXB registered?

BN08 RXB is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is BN08 RXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 RXB shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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