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Volvo V50

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,560 cc

S8 DYFMOT history

S8 DYF is a black diesel Volvo V50 first used on 8 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 86,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

S8 DYF black Volvo V50 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V50, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
86,002 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,542 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 DYF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
8 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 DYF was last recorded at 86,002 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 8,293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,709 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,293 miles
Average per year
4,542 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,002 miles
  • 2025 – 77,709 miles
  • 2024 – 71,081 miles
  • 2023 – 65,352 miles
  • 2022 – 59,628 miles
  • 2021 – 53,226 miles
  • 2020 – 51,333 miles
  • 2019 – 47,851 miles
  • 2018 – 45,701 miles
  • 2017 – 43,494 miles
  • 2015 – 40,219 miles
  • 2014 – 34,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,002 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 7 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,002 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    86,002 miles
    Test number
    363045555011
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail86,002 miles (+8,293)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,002 miles
    Test number
    143143500100
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass77,709 miles (+6,628)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    77,709 miles
    Test number
    180624521122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass71,081 miles (+5,729)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    71,081 miles
    Test number
    376399269848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass65,352 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    65,352 miles
    Test number
    770929322836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail65,351 miles (+5,723)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,351 miles
    Test number
    243586805478
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass59,628 miles (+6,402)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    59,628 miles
    Test number
    161726813647
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass53,226 miles (+1,893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    53,226 miles
    Test number
    394253745787
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass51,333 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    51,333 miles
    Test number
    400969437763
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail51,333 miles (+3,482)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,333 miles
    Test number
    415122504965
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass47,851 miles (+2,150)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    47,851 miles
    Test number
    662985893512
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass45,701 miles (+2,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    45,701 miles
    Test number
    392309293147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass43,494 miles (+3,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    43,494 miles
    Test number
    356842472735
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass40,219 miles (+5,686)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    40,219 miles
    Test number
    751763155255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,533 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    34,533 miles
    Test number
    336300084458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about S8 DYF

Does S8 DYF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 DYF is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 DYF?
The MOT on S8 DYF is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 DYF done?
S8 DYF was recorded at 86,002 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 4,542 miles a year.
Has S8 DYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 DYF has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 DYF 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 S8 DYF find?
S8 DYF passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bushes; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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