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Volvo V50

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,997 cc

L4 YWHMOT history

L4 YWH is a blue diesel Volvo V50 first used on 18 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 77,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

L4 YWH blue Volvo V50 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
77,752 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 YWH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 YWH was last recorded at 77,752 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 14,516 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,236 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
14,516 miles
Average per year
6,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,752 miles
  • 2024 – 63,236 miles
  • 2023 – 48,493 miles
  • 2022 – 34,247 miles
  • 2021 – 18,483 miles
  • 2020 – 14,887 miles
  • 2019 – 12,783 miles
  • 2018 – 11,070 miles
  • 2017 – 9,733 miles
  • 2016 – 8,012 miles
  • 2015 – 6,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,752 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 11 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,752 miles (+14,516)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    77,752 miles
    Test number
    787561438692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass63,236 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    63,236 miles
    Test number
    127777860102
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail63,236 miles (+14,743)3 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,236 miles
    Test number
    579898003799
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass48,493 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    48,493 miles
    Test number
    626616531428
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail48,491 miles (+14,244)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,491 miles
    Test number
    444355978344
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass34,247 miles (+15,764)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    34,247 miles
    Test number
    574186019854
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre misshapen
  7. Pass18,483 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    18,483 miles
    Test number
    477317501094
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald/Scrubbing (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail18,483 miles (+3,596)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,483 miles
    Test number
    765704303304
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald/Scrubbing (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass14,887 miles (+2,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    14,887 miles
    Test number
    610543001013
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass12,783 miles (+1,713)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    12,783 miles
    Test number
    936418747669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass11,070 miles (+1,337)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    11,070 miles
    Test number
    123996049625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass9,733 miles (+1,721)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    9,733 miles
    Test number
    266553711341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass8,012 miles (+1,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    8,012 miles
    Test number
    393124504836
    • AdvisoryCut on offside front tyre wall
  14. Pass6,262 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    6,262 miles
    Test number
    935233425293
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L4 YWH

Does L4 YWH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 YWH is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 YWH?
The MOT on L4 YWH is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 YWH done?
L4 YWH was recorded at 77,752 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 6,843 miles a year.
Has L4 YWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 YWH has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L4 YWH ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L4 YWH find?
L4 YWH passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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