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Volvo V50

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,798 cc

V50 AKOMOT history

V50 AKO is a black petrol Volvo V50 first used on 25 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 129,488 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

V50 AKO black Volvo V50 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
129,488 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V50 AKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V50 AKO was last recorded at 129,488 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 11,220 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,268 miles · 3 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
11,220 miles
Average per year
7,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,488 miles
  • 2025 – 118,268 miles
  • 2024 – 115,411 miles
  • 2023 – 113,708 miles
  • 2022 – 112,335 miles
  • 2021 – 110,637 miles
  • 2020 – 108,434 miles
  • 2019 – 100,171 miles
  • 2018 – 91,954 miles
  • 2017 – 81,317 miles
  • 2016 – 71,020 miles
  • 2015 – 62,132 miles
  • 2014 – 53,784 miles
  • 2013 – 40,185 miles
  • 2011 – 20,791 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,488 miles
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • 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 fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres have 2mm of tread remaining. 215/55/16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail129,488 miles (+11,220)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,488 miles
    Test number
    119544900311
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • 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 fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass118,268 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    118,268 miles
    Test number
    885677371154
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail118,266 miles (+2,855)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,266 miles
    Test number
    467416230256
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass115,411 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    115,411 miles
    Test number
    543900151097
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres have 2mm of tread remaining. 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail115,411 miles (+1,703)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,411 miles
    Test number
    464420882495
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres have 2mm of tread remaining. 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass113,708 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    113,708 miles
    Test number
    140606510232
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail113,662 miles (+1,327)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,662 miles
    Test number
    974624733830
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass112,335 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    112,335 miles
    Test number
    307528769094
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail112,335 miles (+1,698)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,335 miles
    Test number
    596742625707
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass110,637 miles (+2,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    110,637 miles
    Test number
    484753285929
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass108,434 miles (+8,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    108,434 miles
    Test number
    105184223758
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass100,171 miles (+8,217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,171 miles
    Test number
    148388695778
    • AdvisoryOs rear light damege

  13. Pass91,954 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    91,954 miles
    Test number
    603237055944
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Fail91,954 miles (+10,637)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,954 miles
    Test number
    220135953640
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass81,317 miles (+10,297)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    81,317 miles
    Test number
    338210606298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm - tread worn smooth on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm - tread worn smooth on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass71,020 miles (+8,888)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    71,020 miles
    Test number
    449766007249
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted - Adult seat belt not fully inspected
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement large wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement large wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass62,132 miles (+99)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,132 miles
    Test number
    709551105195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner shoulder

  18. Fail62,033 miles (+8,249)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,033 miles
    Test number
    886808195041
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner shoulder

  19. Pass53,784 miles (+13,599)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    53,784 miles
    Test number
    697758894034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  20. Pass40,185 miles (+19,394)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    40,185 miles
    Test number
    796419403045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass20,791 miles (+1,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,791 miles
    Test number
    779578851128
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail19,389 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,389 miles
    Test number
    555147131147
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

Questions about V50 AKO

Does V50 AKO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V50 AKO is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V50 AKO?
The MOT on V50 AKO is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V50 AKO done?
V50 AKO was recorded at 129,488 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 7,128 miles a year.
Has V50 AKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V50 AKO has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V50 AKO 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 V50 AKO find?
V50 AKO failed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 2 advisories: rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 4 more.

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