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YX08 XTB

2008 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

122,876 mi
Last recorded122,876 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 XTB
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 122,876 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2026 122,874 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2025 118,695 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 115,704 miles

Central heat shield loose

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2024 115,699 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Central heat shield loose

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2023 110,847 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 104,766 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2022 104,736 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 98,552 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 1 Mar 2021 98,552 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre low pressure

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 95,120 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 89,910 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 89,910 miles

Nearside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 85,328 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Corner (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Mar 2018 85,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Corner (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2017 81,550 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 75,067 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016 75,067 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 68,202 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 61,684 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 53,664 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 53,664 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 48,375 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 48,375 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 46,022 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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YX08 XTB is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 YX08 XTB, 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 YX08 XTB registered?

YX08 XTB is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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