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WU08 GHG

2008 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

145,359 mi
Last recorded145,359 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 GHG
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 145,359 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres on 2mm wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front top mount has slight play

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2025 133,456 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak O/S of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2025 133,391 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working 2 of 2 bulbs inoperative (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged 1.6mm inner / Inner shoulder worn to and through cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Bald and cracked inner shoulder, x2 cracks bad enough to see ply (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings Track rod end lock nut, not tightened, causing play at wheel (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 1 of 2 bulbs inoperative (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak O/S of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 122,618 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2022 104,570 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 104,570 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 97,345 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 94,162 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 85,970 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 76,649 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 76,648 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 58,148 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 58,148 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 54,268 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 44,860 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 36,141 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

arch liners and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

o/s/r tyre worn low

Pass 28 Feb 2013 27,307 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

arch liners and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 27 Feb 2012 19,050 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 10,792 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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WU08 GHG is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 WU08 GHG, 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 WU08 GHG registered?

WU08 GHG is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is WU08 GHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 GHG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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