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WR08 ODG

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,886 mi
Last recorded99,886 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 ODG
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 99,886 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 99,065 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 98,052 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 96,860 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 95,383 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Slight buckle (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 95,353 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Slight buckle (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 93,866 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 93,866 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2019 88,693 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 81,710 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 71,717 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 71,717 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 62,025 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 53,028 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 48,617 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 40,391 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 40,391 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 35,370 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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WR08 ODG is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,999cc 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 WR08 ODG, 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 WR08 ODG registered?

WR08 ODG is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is WR08 ODG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR08 ODG shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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