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YE08 VTL

2008 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,975 mi
Last recorded147,975 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 VTL
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 147,975 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 139,634 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 131,810 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Non obligatory mirror damaged center mirror damaged but NS and OS door mirrors ok ()

Pass 5 Jun 2019 124,168 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2018 114,260 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 104,724 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 94,801 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 83,959 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 83,959 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 72,894 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 63,100 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 63,100 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 47,005 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 47,005 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 38,620 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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YE08 VTL is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YE08 VTL, 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 YE08 VTL registered?

YE08 VTL is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is YE08 VTL safe to buy?

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