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BV58 XRG

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

207,899 mi
Last recorded207,899 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 XRG
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024 207,899 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 196,620 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 192,354 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine cover and under tray fitted

rear suspension components corroded slightly

Fail 18 Nov 2022 192,307 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine cover and under tray fitted

rear suspension components corroded slightly

Pass 7 Dec 2021 189,716 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion underside

Fail 7 Dec 2021 189,716 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion underside

Pass 1 Dec 2020 187,183 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 179,269 miles

Manufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 170,312 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 163,777 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust outter shield corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2016 150,611 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Dec 2016 150,611 miles

Offside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working side bulb (1.1.A.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 0mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 128,582 miles

Centre Silencer Corroded

Fail 30 Dec 2014 99,467 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2014 99,467 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 56,205 miles

front tyres wearing outer edge

Pass 10 May 2012 33,819 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 27,604 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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BV58 XRG is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,997cc 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 BV58 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.

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What year was BV58 XRG registered?

BV58 XRG is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 9 September 2008.

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