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BN58 UXO

2008 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,514 mi
Last recorded55,514 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 UXO
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 55,514 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight hole in back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 54,500 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 53,808 miles

Front Windscreen chipped

Pass 15 Sep 2022 52,798 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 51,423 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 50,506 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 49,362 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 49,362 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 46,779 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 45,108 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 45,108 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 43,877 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 42,243 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 40,771 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 38,925 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 32,822 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 35,483 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 27,715 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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BN58 UXO is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN58 UXO, 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 BN58 UXO?

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What year was BN58 UXO registered?

BN58 UXO is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 17 September 2008.

Is BN58 UXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN58 UXO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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