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YC57 CSU

2008 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

197,074 mi
Last recorded197,074 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC57 CSU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 197,074 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2025 190,445 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Front exhaust flexi pipe leaking gases slightly (corroded in places) Exhaust system corroded in several places

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm Rear bush separated/split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2025 190,239 miles

Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended Rear middle seat (7.1.2 (d))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Front exhaust flexi pipe leaking gases slightly (corroded in places) Exhaust system corroded in several places

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm Rear bush separated/split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 182,158 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2024 182,155 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 176,432 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 170,624 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 167,934 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 164,954 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 156,749 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear shock absorber bump stop perished

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2019 156,749 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear shock absorber bump stop perished

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 146,855 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside front tyre worn on inside edge

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2017 137,608 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 123,438 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 95,495 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 77,562 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 77,562 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside front tyre has puncture

Pass 4 May 2013 56,737 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 56,735 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2012 32,873 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 31,836 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2011 25,811 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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YC57 CSU is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 YC57 CSU, 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 YC57 CSU registered?

YC57 CSU is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 21 January 2008.

Is YC57 CSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC57 CSU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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