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Volvo V50

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,798 cc

V50 FWDMOT history

V50 FWD is a blue petrol Volvo V50 first used on 11 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 117,746 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

V50 FWD blue Volvo V50 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
117,746 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V50 FWD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V50 FWD was last recorded at 117,746 miles on 13 May 2026, 3,892 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
113,854 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,892 miles
Average per year
6,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,746 miles
  • 2025 – 113,854 miles
  • 2024 – 109,595 miles
  • 2023 – 104,076 miles
  • 2022 – 97,654 miles
  • 2021 – 90,488 miles
  • 2020 – 83,285 miles
  • 2019 – 75,269 miles
  • 2018 – 66,994 miles
  • 2017 – 61,998 miles
  • 2016 – 49,992 miles
  • 2015 – 45,658 miles
  • 2014 – 39,993 miles
  • 2013 – 31,748 miles
  • 2012 – 25,577 miles
  • 2011 – 21,659 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,746 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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 Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,746 miles (+3,892)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    117,746 miles
    Test number
    804130559025
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  2. Pass113,854 miles (+4,259)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    113,854 miles
    Test number
    998523454362
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass109,595 miles (+5,519)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    109,595 miles
    Test number
    709635982654
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass104,076 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    104,076 miles
    Test number
    238372816677
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail104,076 miles (+6,422)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,076 miles
    Test number
    799958805572
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass97,654 miles (+7,166)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    97,654 miles
    Test number
    161107005520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass90,488 miles (+7,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    90,488 miles
    Test number
    496564319513
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  8. Pass83,285 miles (+8,016)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    83,285 miles
    Test number
    592975533431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  9. Pass75,269 miles (+8,275)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,269 miles
    Test number
    380170623859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,994 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    66,994 miles
    Test number
    651359844355
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both front (2.5.B.2b)
  11. Fail66,994 miles (+4,996)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,994 miles
    Test number
    534893045144
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both front (2.5.B.2b)
  12. Pass61,998 miles (+12,006)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    61,998 miles
    Test number
    320875084551
    • AdvisoryExhaust brackets corroded
  13. Pass49,992 miles (+4,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    49,992 miles
    Test number
    874427053703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass45,658 miles (+5,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    45,658 miles
    Test number
    430804634352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass39,993 miles (+8,245)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    39,993 miles
    Test number
    168982304298
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass31,748 miles (+6,171)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    31,748 miles
    Test number
    278706523219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,577 miles (+3,918)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    25,577 miles
    Test number
    165246712284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  18. Pass21,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    21,659 miles
    Test number
    787108101265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail21,658 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,658 miles
    Test number
    339608101492
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteSill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Questions about V50 FWD

Does V50 FWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V50 FWD is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V50 FWD?
The MOT on V50 FWD is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V50 FWD done?
V50 FWD was recorded at 117,746 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 6,494 miles a year.
Has V50 FWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V50 FWD has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2023.
Has the mileage on V50 FWD 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 FWD find?
V50 FWD passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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