Volvo logo

Volvo V50

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,560 cc

LM11 PZBMOT history

LM11 PZB is a blue diesel Volvo V50 first used on 13 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2026 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 207,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

LM11 PZB blue Volvo V50 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V50, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2026
Mileage
207,696 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,495 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LM11 PZB in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 PZB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
13 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 PZB was last recorded at 207,696 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 8,918 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
198,778 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
8,918 miles
Average per year
9,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 207,696 miles
  • 2024 – 198,778 miles
  • 2023 – 187,014 miles
  • 2022 – 59,523 miles
  • 2021 – 166,203 miles
  • 2020 – 162,124 miles
  • 2019 – 148,597 miles
  • 2018 – 138,991 miles
  • 2017 – 130,770 miles
  • 2016 – 124,473 miles
  • 2015 – 115,939 miles
  • 2014 – 98,174 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,696 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnderside generally corroded

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all around

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear tyres are both feathered on inner shoulders

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Under-tray & engine cover hinders view to some testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,696 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    207,696 miles
    Test number
    183326979583
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside generally corroded
  2. Fail207,696 miles (+8,918)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,696 miles
    Test number
    384249521437
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside generally corroded
  3. Pass198,778 miles (+50)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    198,778 miles
    Test number
    286627849495
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH SIDES
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail198,728 miles (+11,714)1 dangerous2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,728 miles
    Test number
    453298556500
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test removed air freshener from mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer marker light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre badly worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass187,014 miles (+280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    187,014 miles
    Test number
    796431088640
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail186,734 miles (+127,211)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,734 miles
    Test number
    250627622493
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass59,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    59,523 miles
    Test number
    509260445018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail174,215 miles (+8,012)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,215 miles
    Test number
    750119481741
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass166,203 miles (+97)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    166,203 miles
    Test number
    221659700084
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all around (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail166,106 miles (+3,982)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,106 miles
    Test number
    162979053808
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all around (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass162,124 miles (+13,527)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    162,124 miles
    Test number
    826740621552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass148,597 miles (+9,606)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,597 miles
    Test number
    566004212501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass138,991 miles (+8,221)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    138,991 miles
    Test number
    104768885717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass130,770 miles (+6,297)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    130,770 miles
    Test number
    121348702738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass124,473 miles (+80)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    124,473 miles
    Test number
    130800298843
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are both feathered on inner shoulders
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray & engine cover hinders view to some testable items
  16. Fail124,393 miles (+8,454)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,393 miles
    Test number
    542674897602
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (adjuster faulty) (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (adjuster faulty) (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are both feathered on inner shoulders
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray & engine cover hinders view to some testable items
  17. Pass115,939 miles (+17,765)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    115,939 miles
    Test number
    927299595087
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteO/s & n/s front tyres devoid of tread inner edge
  18. Pass98,174 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    98,174 miles
    Test number
    718111204135
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LM11 PZB

Does LM11 PZB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 PZB is valid until 25 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM11 PZB?
The MOT on LM11 PZB is valid until 25 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 PZB done?
LM11 PZB was recorded at 207,696 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 9,495 miles a year.
Has LM11 PZB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 PZB has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LM11 PZB 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 LM11 PZB find?
LM11 PZB passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

Browse all LM11P registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.