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YR58 HTN

2008 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

138,266 mi
Last recorded138,266 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR58 HTN
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 138,266 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ns and os (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns and os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 129,516 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2019 129,516 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 126,988 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 123,062 miles

Engine oil level is above maximum

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Sep 2017 123,062 miles

Fuel system component leaking diesel injector/s (7.2.3)

Engine oil level is above maximum

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2016 112,706 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre has surface cut in sidewall

nearside rear tyre has surface cut in sidewall

Fail 11 May 2016 112,706 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre has surface cut in sidewall

nearside rear tyre has surface cut in sidewall

Fail 23 Apr 2015 105,186 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine combustion leak

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 105,186 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine combustion leak

Pass 10 Apr 2014 97,763 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 89,864 miles

front and rear tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 21 Oct 2011 76,245 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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YR58 HTN is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 YR58 HTN, 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 YR58 HTN registered?

YR58 HTN is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 10 November 2008.

Is YR58 HTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR58 HTN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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