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YK08 VNH

2008 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

94,278 mi
Last recorded94,278 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 VNH
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 94,278 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 89,965 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Sep 2024 89,963 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 87,249 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 86,459 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 85,705 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 85,705 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 85,234 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 84,359 miles

ENGINE COVERS // UNDER TRAYS FITTED OBSCURING SOME COMPONENTS

EXHAUST BACK BOX OUTER SKIN LOOSE // EXCESSIVELY CORRODED

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR SLIGHTLY CORODED (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Feb 2020 84,358 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted CALIPER SPRING MISSING (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

ENGINE COVERS // UNDER TRAYS FITTED OBSCURING SOME COMPONENTS

EXHAUST BACK BOX OUTER SKIN LOOSE // EXCESSIVELY CORRODED

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR SLIGHTLY CORODED (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 74,722 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 65,017 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 50,601 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2017 50,601 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 45,039 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 39,471 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear/centre exhaust deteriated

Pass 25 Feb 2014 33,589 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r reflector cracked

rear exhaust section corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2013 28,066 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2012 21,457 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 21,457 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 15,120 miles

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

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

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 VNH is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YK08 VNH, 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 YK08 VNH?

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What year was YK08 VNH registered?

YK08 VNH is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YK08 VNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 VNH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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