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Volvo V50

Red · Diesel · 2004 · 1,998 cc

R16 ARJMOT history

R16 ARJ is a red diesel Volvo V50 first used on 8 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 275,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
275,663 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
11,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 ARJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 ARJ was last recorded at 275,663 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
275,662 miles · 14 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
11,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 275,663 miles
  • 2024 – 269,799 miles
  • 2023 – 265,680 miles
  • 2022 – 256,966 miles
  • 2021 – 248,666 miles
  • 2020 – 241,256 miles
  • 2019 – 233,107 miles
  • 2018 – 221,456 miles
  • 2017 – 204,415 miles
  • 2016 – 192,646 miles
  • 2015 – 180,775 miles
  • 2014 – 171,065 miles
  • 2013 – 158,030 miles
  • 2012 – 143,679 miles
  • 2011 – 130,858 miles
  • 2010 – 119,556 miles
  • 2009 – 103,145 miles
  • 2008 – 81,501 miles
  • 2007 – 61,407 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass275,663 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

33 tests since 23 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass275,663 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    275,663 miles
    Test number
    318190556585
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Fail275,662 miles (+5,863)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    275,662 miles
    Test number
    518629010000
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass269,799 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    269,799 miles
    Test number
    511756906714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail269,799 miles (+4,119)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,799 miles
    Test number
    680310887263
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass265,680 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    265,680 miles
    Test number
    722957430553
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  6. Fail265,680 miles (+8,714)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,680 miles
    Test number
    768698955591
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  7. Pass256,966 miles (+8,300)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    256,966 miles
    Test number
    490090640615
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass248,666 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    248,666 miles
    Test number
    703077693035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail248,665 miles (+7,409)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,665 miles
    Test number
    708695005482
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass241,256 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    241,256 miles
    Test number
    142104956178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail241,251 miles (+8,144)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,251 miles
    Test number
    694158206913
    • DangerousRear Body component likely to become detached exhaust heat shield (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass233,107 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    233,107 miles
    Test number
    738645681530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail233,104 miles (+11,648)3 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,104 miles
    Test number
    307410513075
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge,out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge,out of shape,1.62mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass221,456 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    221,456 miles
    Test number
    178476930890
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  15. Fail221,447 miles (+17,032)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,447 miles
    Test number
    345593777127
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass204,415 miles (+11,769)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    204,415 miles
    Test number
    514303987703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass192,646 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    192,646 miles
    Test number
    226604963301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail192,642 miles (+11,867)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,642 miles
    Test number
    577315541596
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

  19. Pass180,775 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    180,775 miles
    Test number
    869826614402
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside very dirty making assessment difficult

  20. Fail180,774 miles (+9,709)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,774 miles
    Test number
    404950945787
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside very dirty making assessment difficult

  21. Pass171,065 miles (+13,035)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    171,065 miles
    Test number
    856775914358
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass158,030 miles (+14,351)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    158,030 miles
    Test number
    527160633340
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s headlamp aim is set to lowermost limit and will not adjust
    • NoteO/s headlamp aim is set to lowermost limit and will not adjust
    • NoteRear roll bar is trending to the n/s

  23. Pass143,679 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    143,679 miles
    Test number
    947622332321
    • NoteN/s headlamp aim set to rightmost limit and will not adjust
    • NoteO/s headlamp aim set to lowermost limit and will not adjust
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges

  24. Fail143,570 miles (+12,712)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,570 miles
    Test number
    456892032445
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteN/s headlamp aim set to rightmost limit and will not adjust
    • NoteO/s headlamp aim set to lowermost limit and will not adjust
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges

  25. Pass130,858 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    130,858 miles
    Test number
    676310241369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail130,850 miles (+11,294)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,850 miles
    Test number
    365866131315
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteN/s and o/s front lower suspension bushes worn suspension moves back and knocks when braking

  27. Fail119,556 miles3 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,556 miles
    Test number
    131287930376
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteHead lights can not be adjusted any more (possibly frozen)
    • NoteO/s rear anti roll bar link knocking

  28. Pass119,556 miles (+16,411)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    119,556 miles
    Test number
    994157530353
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteHead lights can not be adjusted any more (possibly frozen)
    • NoteO/s rear anti roll bar link knocking

  29. Pass103,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    103,145 miles
    Test number
    950925239347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail103,145 miles (+21,644)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,145 miles
    Test number
    134915339343
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass81,501 miles (+20,094)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    81,501 miles
    Test number
    380227238391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass61,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    61,407 miles
    Test number
    712057427311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail61,407 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,407 miles
    Test number
    752207027356
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about R16 ARJ

Does R16 ARJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 ARJ is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on R16 ARJ?
The MOT on R16 ARJ is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 ARJ done?
R16 ARJ was recorded at 275,663 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 11,911 miles a year.
Has R16 ARJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 ARJ has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on R16 ARJ 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 R16 ARJ find?
R16 ARJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: coil spring corroded all4; oil leak.

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