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YK08 VMR

2008 Volvo V50

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

101,325 mi
Last recorded101,325 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 VMR
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 101,325 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 10 May 2016 80,775 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 80,775 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 7 May 2015 64,476 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 47,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Feb 2014 47,579 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 1 Mar 2013 40,880 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 32,728 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 32,728 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 23,948 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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YK08 VMR is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YK08 VMR, 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 YK08 VMR registered?

YK08 VMR is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is YK08 VMR safe to buy?

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