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Daimler V8

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,996 cc

S50 SOVMOT history

S50 SOV is a blue petrol Daimler V8 first used on 20 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 76,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
76,459 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S50 SOV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daimler
Model
V8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S50 SOV was last recorded at 76,459 miles on 23 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,458 miles · 13 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,459 miles
  • 2025 – 72,999 miles
  • 2024 – 69,234 miles
  • 2022 – 59,786 miles
  • 2021 – 55,832 miles
  • 2020 – 53,556 miles
  • 2019 – 51,444 miles
  • 2018 – 50,307 miles
  • 2017 – 44,992 miles
  • 2015 – 44,616 miles
  • 2014 – 44,134 miles
  • 2013 – 42,722 miles
  • 2012 – 41,318 miles
  • 2011 – 40,106 miles
  • 2010 – 39,534 miles
  • 2009 – 31,683 miles
  • 2008 – 27,873 miles
  • 2007 – 23,127 miles
  • 2006 – 20,209 miles
  • 2005 – 17,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,459 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,459 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    76,459 miles
    Test number
    727824765240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail76,458 miles (+3,459)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,458 miles
    Test number
    456907867884
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working 2 of 5 bulbs in central brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold flange (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,999 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    72,999 miles
    Test number
    855867454765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail72,997 miles (+3,763)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,997 miles
    Test number
    497689652974
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass69,234 miles (+9,448)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    69,234 miles
    Test number
    767119949111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,786 miles (+1,057)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    59,786 miles
    Test number
    784137957559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass58,729 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    58,729 miles
    Test number
    133769682858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail58,727 miles (+2,895)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,727 miles
    Test number
    105646333834
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass55,832 miles (+2,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    55,832 miles
    Test number
    196151091681
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner sill slightly corroded

  10. Pass53,556 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    53,556 miles
    Test number
    294262992348
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust flexi pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail53,556 miles (+2,112)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,556 miles
    Test number
    834437537901
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust flexi pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass51,444 miles (+1,137)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    51,444 miles
    Test number
    500017216219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    50,307 miles
    Test number
    955415672600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail50,307 miles (+5,315)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,307 miles
    Test number
    100256765383
    • 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)

  15. Pass44,992 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    44,992 miles
    Test number
    465010486776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail44,988 miles (+372)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,988 miles
    Test number
    404456663587
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  17. Pass44,616 miles (+482)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    44,616 miles
    Test number
    746955905231
    • NoteRear brake imbalance borderline pass

  18. Pass44,134 miles (+1,412)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,134 miles
    Test number
    557093714236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,722 miles (+1,404)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    42,722 miles
    Test number
    626822613271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,318 miles (+1,212)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    41,318 miles
    Test number
    226826222271
    • NoteBoth front metal brake pipes slight corrosion
    • NoteNearside and offside front chassis legs corroded around front subframe mountings

  21. Pass40,106 miles (+572)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    40,106 miles
    Test number
    735537831217
    • NoteMETAL BRAKE PIPE TO N/S/F FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.
    • NoteMETAL BRAKE PIPE TO O/S/F FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.

  22. Pass39,534 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    39,534 miles
    Test number
    981986930278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail39,500 miles (+7,817)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,500 miles
    Test number
    720719120258
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass31,683 miles (+3,810)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    31,683 miles
    Test number
    594671239222
    • NoteCoil springs corroded

  25. Pass27,873 miles (+4,746)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    27,873 miles
    Test number
    844006728234
    • NoteOil leak from oilcooler at front of radiator

  26. Pass23,127 miles (+2,918)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    23,127 miles
    Test number
    922580527202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteService brake pedal slightly long

  27. Pass20,209 miles (+3,034)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    20,209 miles
    Test number
    771400026289
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFootbrake pedal spongy

  28. Pass17,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    17,175 miles
    Test number
    740792925210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S50 SOV

Does S50 SOV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S50 SOV is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S50 SOV?
The MOT on S50 SOV is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S50 SOV done?
S50 SOV was recorded at 76,459 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2026, an average of 2,853 miles a year.
Has S50 SOV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S50 SOV has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S50 SOV 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 S50 SOV find?
S50 SOV passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill area; offside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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