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WW256SZ

2008 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,277 mi
Last recorded117,277 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWW256SZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2020 117,277 miles

n/s/r shock appears slightly damp

n/s/r tyre wearing slightly uneven -inner 3/4

rear engine oil leak

rear service brake fluctuation 20%

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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WW256SZ is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WW256SZ, 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 WW256SZ registered?

WW256SZ is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is WW256SZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WW256SZ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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