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YG58 EPV

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,947 mi
Last recorded123,947 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG58 EPV
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 123,947 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Sep 2025 123,947 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 117,148 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective behind flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 20 Sep 2024 117,148 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective behind flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 105,281 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 95,686 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Rear Upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 83,166 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 72,209 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 64,550 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 64,550 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 55,470 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 46,274 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 33,161 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 19,808 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 11,533 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 10,450 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 9,112 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 7,418 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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YG58 EPV is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YG58 EPV, 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

How do I check the history of YG58 EPV?

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What year was YG58 EPV registered?

YG58 EPV is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 10 September 2008.

Is YG58 EPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG58 EPV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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