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Red · Diesel · 2007 · 2,400 cc

V50 DCLMOT history

V50 DCL is a red diesel Volvo V50 first used on 24 Oct 2007. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 90,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

V50 DCL red Volvo V50 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
90,307 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V50 DCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
24 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V50 DCL was last recorded at 90,307 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 11,126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Oct 2014: 1,660 miles, lower than 38,612 miles on 2 Oct 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
79,181 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
11,126 miles
Average per year
4,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,307 miles
  • 2025 – 79,181 miles
  • 2024 – 78,538 miles
  • 2023 – 77,905 miles
  • 2022 – 77,216 miles
  • 2021 – 76,429 miles
  • 2020 – 74,505 miles
  • 2019 – 71,512 miles
  • 2018 – 66,655 miles
  • 2017 – 62,561 miles
  • 2016 – 57,597 miles
  • 2015 – 51,467 miles
  • 2014 – 1,660 miles
  • 2013 – 38,612 miles
  • 2012 – 30,523 miles
  • 2011 – 22,945 miles
  • 2010 – 14,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,307 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Both.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,307 miles (+11,126)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    90,307 miles
    Test number
    501420003560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass79,181 miles (+643)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    79,181 miles
    Test number
    594282743868
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Both. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass78,538 miles (+633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    78,538 miles
    Test number
    295247024032
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass77,905 miles (+689)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    77,905 miles
    Test number
    348682428584
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Both. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass77,216 miles (+787)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    77,216 miles
    Test number
    390249935211
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside and it’s components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Back box. (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass76,429 miles (+1,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    76,429 miles
    Test number
    990359459768
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass74,505 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,505 miles
    Test number
    522612020220
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail74,505 miles (+2,993)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,505 miles
    Test number
    637257763215
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass71,512 miles (+4,857)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,512 miles
    Test number
    473742542419
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components
  10. Pass66,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    66,655 miles
    Test number
    573533108021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,655 miles (+4,094)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,655 miles
    Test number
    591433746651
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
  12. Pass62,561 miles (+4,964)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    62,561 miles
    Test number
    924591166409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass57,597 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    57,597 miles
    Test number
    239475557256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Fail57,597 miles (+6,130)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,597 miles
    Test number
    975751103778
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass51,467 miles (+49,807)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    51,467 miles
    Test number
    244939379899
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbone rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass1,660 miles (-36,952)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    1,660 miles
    Test number
    526461784247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,612 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,612 miles
    Test number
    767885273272
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass38,612 miles (+8,089)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    38,612 miles
    Test number
    887535773261
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass30,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    30,523 miles
    Test number
    327092082287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,523 miles (+7,578)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,523 miles
    Test number
    658162582281
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  21. Pass22,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    22,945 miles
    Test number
    318987071448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,945 miles (+8,094)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,945 miles
    Test number
    689367071265
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass14,851 miles (+2,257)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    14,851 miles
    Test number
    822934590206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    12,594 miles
    Test number
    114163820282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V50 DCL

Does V50 DCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V50 DCL is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V50 DCL?
The MOT on V50 DCL is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V50 DCL done?
V50 DCL was recorded at 90,307 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 4,806 miles a year.
Has V50 DCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V50 DCL has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on V50 DCL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Oct 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V50 DCL find?
V50 DCL passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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