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BN58 XRG

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,725 mi
Last recorded135,725 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 XRG
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 135,725 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 135,626 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 115,494 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/r tyre has nail

o/s/r tyre has nail

Pass 25 Nov 2014 95,190 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 69,489 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 69,473 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 44,127 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 37,012 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 XRG is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 BN58 XRG, 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 BN58 XRG registered?

BN58 XRG is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is BN58 XRG safe to buy?

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