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Volvo V50

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

TAS 250MOT history

TAS 250 is a black diesel Volvo V50 first used on 31 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 178,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
178,426 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,191 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TAS 250
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

TAS 250 was last recorded at 178,426 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 9,438 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,988 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
9,438 miles
Average per year
9,191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,426 miles
  • 2025 – 168,988 miles
  • 2024 – 158,029 miles
  • 2023 – 144,718 miles
  • 2022 – 127,725 miles
  • 2021 – 115,316 miles
  • 2020 – 107,885 miles
  • 2019 – 100,998 miles
  • 2018 – 88,638 miles
  • 2017 – 83,137 miles
  • 2016 – 80,090 miles
  • 2015 – 77,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,426 miles
  • MinorOffside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front lower arm bushes deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 14 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,426 miles (+9,438)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    178,426 miles
    Test number
    666238203176
    • MinorOffside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass168,988 miles (+10,959)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    168,988 miles
    Test number
    740551729217
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass158,029 miles (+13,311)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    158,029 miles
    Test number
    170760525306
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass144,718 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    144,718 miles
    Test number
    375066288027
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Stepped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Stepped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail144,718 miles (+16,993)1 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,718 miles
    Test number
    608334509015
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Incorrectly fitted-- strut also seems to have play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Stepped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Stepped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass127,725 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    127,725 miles
    Test number
    804741907323
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail127,725 miles (+12,409)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,725 miles
    Test number
    717681883430
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass115,316 miles (+7,431)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    115,316 miles
    Test number
    800912519458
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTemp fuel cap fitted-- still seals

  9. Pass107,885 miles (+6,887)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    107,885 miles
    Test number
    987279609689
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn edge/minor tear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass100,998 miles (+12,360)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    100,998 miles
    Test number
    625666551570
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass88,638 miles (+5,501)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    88,638 miles
    Test number
    440116045874
    • AdvisoryBrake discs have minor lip
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake hose deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass83,137 miles (+3,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    83,137 miles
    Test number
    357491882542
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass80,090 miles (+2,765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,090 miles
    Test number
    376497168010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has some wear to inner shoulder

  14. Pass77,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    77,325 miles
    Test number
    340247847801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,325 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    77,325 miles
    Test number
    154120793264
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail77,323 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,323 miles
    Test number
    362084025156
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about TAS 250

What vehicle is registration TAS 250 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TAS 250 on a black diesel Volvo V50 first used on 31 Jul 2012. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TAS 250 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TAS 250 is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on TAS 250?
The MOT on TAS 250 is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TAS 250 done?
TAS 250 was recorded at 178,426 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 9,191 miles a year.
Has TAS 250 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TAS 250 has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on TAS 250 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 TAS 250 find?
TAS 250 passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: offside position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 10 more.

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