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WG57 XPT

2008 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,767 mi
Last recorded132,767 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG57 XPT
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2019 132,767 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 132,766 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 122,135 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 106,595 miles

child seat fitted

engine cover fitted

rear discs corroded pads ok

under trays fitted

Fail 2 Jul 2016 106,595 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

child seat fitted

engine cover fitted

rear discs corroded pads ok

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2015 101,848 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2015 100,966 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 73,149 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Feb 2014 73,148 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Jan 2013 76,319 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 58,342 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 44,456 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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WG57 XPT is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc 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 WG57 XPT, 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 WG57 XPT registered?

WG57 XPT is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 8 January 2008.

Is WG57 XPT safe to buy?

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