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WP08 ZBJ

2008 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

78,407 mi
Last recorded78,407 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP08 ZBJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 78,407 miles

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

hand brake travel high

Pass 2 Dec 2024 76,847 miles

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

hand brake travel high

Pass 18 Dec 2023 75,441 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 72,799 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 70,375 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Dec 2021 70,374 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 69,310 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 66,179 miles

Front brake pads worn

Rear brake pads worn

Pass 28 Jun 2018 63,260 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 59,767 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 57,202 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 53,886 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 49,783 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 45,801 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 39,987 miles

o/s/f tyre on legal limit.replace soon

Pass 30 Jun 2011 29,883 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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WP08 ZBJ is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WP08 ZBJ, 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 WP08 ZBJ registered?

WP08 ZBJ is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is WP08 ZBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP08 ZBJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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