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YD58 FXE

2008 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

99,343 mi
Last recorded99,343 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD58 FXE
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 99,343 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 27 Aug 2025 85,955 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 85,939 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 83,652 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2024 83,652 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 77,275 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 73,142 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 69,080 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 67,763 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 66,220 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 62,621 miles

little handbrake reserve travel

Pass 12 Jan 2018 58,752 miles

engine cover and tray obstruction under side of components

Fail 12 Jan 2018 58,752 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread 215/50 R 17 (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

engine cover and tray obstruction under side of components

Pass 20 Jan 2017 53,606 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 52,380 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jul 2015 48,851 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 44,274 miles

n/s/f inner road wheel slight buckle

o/s/r tyre outer sidewall cut & tread low

Pass 2 Sep 2013 37,778 miles

cuts in o/s/r tyre outer sidewall

n/s/f road wheel buckled on inner edge

Fail 2 Sep 2013 37,777 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

cuts in o/s/r tyre outer sidewall

n/s/f road wheel buckled on inner edge

Pass 6 Sep 2012 31,215 miles

cuts in o/s/r tyre outer sidewall

plastic sideskirts fitted unable to check outer sills correctly

Fail 6 Sep 2012 31,215 miles

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

cuts in n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

n/s/r tyre tread close to limit

plastic sideskirts fitted unable to check outer sills correctly

Pass 8 Sep 2011 24,158 miles

N/S Front tyre has small cuts in outer sidewall

Sideskirts fitted, unable to check outer sills

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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YD58 FXE is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,997cc 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 YD58 FXE, 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 YD58 FXE registered?

YD58 FXE is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 9 September 2008.

Is YD58 FXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD58 FXE 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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