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Volvo V50

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

V50 DPFMOT history

V50 DPF is a red diesel Volvo V50 first used on 24 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 240,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

V50 DPF red Volvo V50 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
240,989 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,256 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V50 DPF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V50 DPF was last recorded at 240,989 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 9,315 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
231,674 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,315 miles
Average per year
11,256 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 240,989 miles
  • 2025 – 231,674 miles
  • 2024 – 218,955 miles
  • 2023 – 208,473 miles
  • 2022 – 198,222 miles
  • 2021 – 188,390 miles
  • 2020 – 180,112 miles
  • 2019 – 168,103 miles
  • 2018 – 157,234 miles
  • 2017 – 147,256 miles
  • 2016 – 136,803 miles
  • 2015 – 117,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass240,989 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge off edges (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 7 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass240,989 miles (+9,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    240,989 miles
    Test number
    852349639737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge off edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass231,674 miles (+12,719)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    231,674 miles
    Test number
    580952064212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass218,955 miles (+10,482)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    218,955 miles
    Test number
    894468048128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass208,473 miles (+10,251)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    208,473 miles
    Test number
    642410256116
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass198,222 miles (+9,832)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    198,222 miles
    Test number
    353163699957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass188,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    188,390 miles
    Test number
    478831828078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail188,390 miles (+8,278)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,390 miles
    Test number
    877819365741
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened broken (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass180,112 miles (+12,009)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    180,112 miles
    Test number
    855037379719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass168,103 miles (+10,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    168,103 miles
    Test number
    839077737946
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass157,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    157,234 miles
    Test number
    279562681534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail157,234 miles (+9,978)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,234 miles
    Test number
    872871984549
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass147,256 miles (+10,453)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    147,256 miles
    Test number
    265406362103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass136,803 miles (+19,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    136,803 miles
    Test number
    357537334950
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass117,132 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    117,132 miles
    Test number
    116277705468
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNsr tyre stepped on inner edge -------bolt missing air intake pipe

  15. Fail117,132 miles2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,132 miles
    Test number
    167147105411
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNsr tyre stepped on inner edge -------bolt missing air intake pipe

Questions about V50 DPF

Does V50 DPF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V50 DPF is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V50 DPF?
The MOT on V50 DPF is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V50 DPF done?
V50 DPF was recorded at 240,989 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 11,256 miles a year.
Has V50 DPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V50 DPF has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on V50 DPF 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 DPF find?
V50 DPF passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge off edges.

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