2008 Volvo V50 S MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for V50 S models manufactured in 2008, based on 541 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2008 Volvo V50 S vintage page → (55.6% current pass rate)2008 Volvo V50 S MOT Analysis
The 2008 Volvo V50 S has an MOT pass rate of 66.4% based on 541 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 92,698 miles on the odometer. With a 33.6% failure rate, the 2008 V50 S is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2008 Volvo V50 S is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 3.0% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Suspension is the second most common issue at 3.0%. Tyres follows at 2.6%.
Top failures specific to 2008 models only. The overall V50 S page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 3.0% | 16 |
| 2 | Suspension | 3.0% | 16 |
| 3 | Tyres | 2.6% | 14 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.2% | 12 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.6% | 3 |
| 6 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.6% | 3 |
| 7 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.6% | 3 |
| 8 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.4% | 2 |
| 9 | Non-component Advisories | 0.4% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 92,698 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.32 | 3.0% | 16 |
| Suspension | 0.32 | 3.0% | 16 |
| Tyres | 0.28 | 2.6% | 14 |
| Brakes | 0.24 | 2.2% | 12 |
| Visibility | 0.06 | 0.6% | 3 |
| Body & Structure | 0.06 | 0.6% | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 0.06 | 0.6% | 3 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.04 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.04 | 0.4% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2008 Volvo V50 S has an MOT pass rate of 66.4% based on 541 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 92,698 miles on the odometer. With a 33.6% failure rate, the 2008 V50 S is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2008 Volvo V50 S, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With an average mileage of 92,698 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 3.0% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 3.0% of MOT failures on 2008 Volvo V50 S models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Suspension — 3.0% of failures
Suspension issues account for 3.0% of MOT failures on 2008 Volvo V50 S models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Tyres — 2.6% of failures
Tyres issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on 2008 Volvo V50 S models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.