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CP08 YSB

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

229,812 mi
Last recorded229,812 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 YSB
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 229,812 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 223,114 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2022 222,294 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2021 206,598 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 189,355 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 184,309 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 167,578 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 155,495 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 150,577 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 138,847 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 126,077 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 115,196 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 104,020 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside rear tyre close to wear indicators

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 28 May 2012 89,554 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 89,554 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 77,575 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

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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CP08 YSB is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CP08 YSB, 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 CP08 YSB registered?

CP08 YSB is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is CP08 YSB safe to buy?

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