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YL57 KTE

2008 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,356 mi
Last recorded156,356 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 KTE
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2022 156,356 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 142,170 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 141,868 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 129,765 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 122,953 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 122,935 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 122,898 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 121,787 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 120,891 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 120,886 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 120,878 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 110,643 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

nearside rear side light not working one of two.

Fail 5 Feb 2013 110,643 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

nearside rear side light not working one of two.

Fail 9 Feb 2012 93,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 93,490 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 74,950 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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YL57 KTE is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YL57 KTE, 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 YL57 KTE registered?

YL57 KTE is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is YL57 KTE safe to buy?

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