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YR08 HMZ

2008 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

144,874 mi
Last recorded144,874 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 HMZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2017 144,874 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 138,989 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 138,989 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 134,473 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2015 134,473 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 124,298 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 115,648 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine light on

Pass 7 Jan 2013 107,609 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 106,126 miles

SLIGHT WEAR NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT LOWER ARM FRONT BUSHES

Pass 13 Sep 2011 93,765 miles

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

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

plastic undersheilds fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2011 80,501 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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YR08 HMZ is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YR08 HMZ, 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 YR08 HMZ registered?

YR08 HMZ is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YR08 HMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 HMZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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