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YG58 TKY

2008 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

163,547 mi
Last recorded163,547 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG58 TKY
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 163,547 miles

corrosion on rear sub frame

rear exhaust box corroding / oil leak / o/s/r tyre stepping out on inner / slight wear on o/s/f tyre inner edge

slight twist on n/s rack boot

Fail 24 Jul 2026 163,547 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt needs reclipping [clip snapped] (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion on rear sub frame

rear exhaust box corroding / oil leak / o/s/r tyre stepping out on inner / slight wear on o/s/f tyre inner edge

slight twist on n/s rack boot

Pass 21 Jul 2025 151,589 miles

n/s/r upper side light / slight oil leak / rear box skin corroding / slight twist on n/s rack boot

Fail 19 Jul 2025 151,490 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

n/s/r upper side light / slight oil leak / rear box skin corroding / slight twist on n/s rack boot

Pass 3 Jul 2024 140,196 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

exhaust system is corroded

Fail 3 Jul 2024 140,196 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

exhaust system is corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2023 132,609 miles

Central exhaust corroded

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 127,623 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 122,883 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear OUTER CASING CORRODED ON REAR EXHAUST BOX.

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 116,154 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 106,988 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Sep 2019 106,984 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit TESTED ON PLATE LIMIT OF, 1.33. (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Aug 2018 97,040 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Aug 2018 97,019 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Aug 2017 86,458 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Aug 2017 86,458 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 80,080 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 80,080 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 76,133 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 70,424 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Mar 2014 63,372 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 61,980 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 55,581 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 TKY is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TKY, 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 YG58 TKY registered?

YG58 TKY is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 16 October 2008.

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