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Volvo V50

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 2,435 cc

LB55 VLAMOT history

LB55 VLA is a silver petrol Volvo V50 first used on 30 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 78,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
78,910 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 VLA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 VLA was last recorded at 78,910 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 4,433 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,477 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,433 miles
Average per year
3,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,910 miles
  • 2025 – 74,477 miles
  • 2024 – 69,130 miles
  • 2023 – 64,146 miles
  • 2022 – 58,409 miles
  • 2021 – 53,155 miles
  • 2020 – 49,824 miles
  • 2019 – 45,293 miles
  • 2018 – 43,224 miles
  • 2017 – 39,510 miles
  • 2016 – 37,442 miles
  • 2014 – 34,162 miles
  • 2013 – 30,727 miles
  • 2012 – 27,895 miles
  • 2011 – 23,463 miles
  • 2010 – 22,405 miles
  • 2009 – 19,104 miles
  • 2008 – 16,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,910 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,910 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    78,910 miles
    Test number
    310656154528
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail78,910 miles (+4,433)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,910 miles
    Test number
    662456924846
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass74,477 miles (+5,347)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    74,477 miles
    Test number
    180553249197
    • 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))

  4. Pass69,130 miles (+4,984)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    69,130 miles
    Test number
    708169526206
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass64,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    64,146 miles
    Test number
    872374648218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail64,143 miles (+5,734)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,143 miles
    Test number
    211790389293
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass58,409 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    58,409 miles
    Test number
    662729119371
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail58,407 miles (+5,252)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,407 miles
    Test number
    440634040108
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass53,155 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    53,155 miles
    Test number
    221033295919
    • AdvisoryLower engine bay cover installed obscuring testable components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail53,155 miles (+3,331)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,155 miles
    Test number
    122671580963
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower engine bay cover installed obscuring testable components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass49,824 miles (+4,531)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,824 miles
    Test number
    587294533332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,293 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    45,293 miles
    Test number
    751345612279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail45,293 miles (+2,069)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,293 miles
    Test number
    251956488189
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass43,224 miles (+3,714)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    43,224 miles
    Test number
    333636765721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,510 miles (+2,068)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    39,510 miles
    Test number
    876416030430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,442 miles (+3,280)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    37,442 miles
    Test number
    787587966379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,162 miles (+3,435)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    34,162 miles
    Test number
    129282184230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail30,727 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,727 miles
    Test number
    388347293230
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass30,727 miles (+2,832)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    30,727 miles
    Test number
    676177493293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,895 miles (+4,432)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    27,895 miles
    Test number
    575324892214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,463 miles (+1,058)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    23,463 miles
    Test number
    768825901352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,405 miles (+3,301)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    22,405 miles
    Test number
    210429540308
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass19,104 miles (+3,023)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    19,104 miles
    Test number
    723082059338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    16,081 miles
    Test number
    372626548346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 VLA

Does LB55 VLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 VLA is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 VLA?
The MOT on LB55 VLA is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 VLA done?
LB55 VLA was recorded at 78,910 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 3,671 miles a year.
Has LB55 VLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 VLA has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 VLA 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 LB55 VLA find?
LB55 VLA passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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