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Volvo V50

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,521 cc

V50 PUBMOT history

V50 PUB is a grey petrol Volvo V50 first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 136,415 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
136,415 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V50 PUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V50 PUB was last recorded at 136,415 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 3,548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,867 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,548 miles
Average per year
5,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,415 miles
  • 2025 – 132,867 miles
  • 2024 – 128,972 miles
  • 2023 – 126,437 miles
  • 2022 – 123,922 miles
  • 2021 – 120,028 miles
  • 2020 – 114,601 miles
  • 2019 – 109,859 miles
  • 2018 – 106,016 miles
  • 2017 – 100,339 miles
  • 2016 – 93,990 miles
  • 2015 – 81,997 miles
  • 2014 – 72,448 miles
  • 2013 – 61,304 miles
  • 2012 – 54,114 miles
  • 2011 – 48,222 miles
  • 2010 – 41,275 miles
  • 2009 – 34,093 miles
  • 2008 – 28,256 miles
  • 2007 – 23,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,415 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint rusty/thin and cracked and leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded at the joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,415 miles (+3,548)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    136,415 miles
    Test number
    480214283406
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass132,867 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    132,867 miles
    Test number
    948170199024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass128,972 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    128,972 miles
    Test number
    380982062008
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail128,970 miles (+2,533)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,970 miles
    Test number
    196843348080
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass126,437 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    126,437 miles
    Test number
    353018476669
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensed (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint rusty/thin and cracked and leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail126,435 miles (+2,513)4 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,435 miles
    Test number
    300615842238
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened Lower suspension arm (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint rusty/thin and cracked and leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Lower suspension arm (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring sat on half a coil from the old spring
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass123,922 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    123,922 miles
    Test number
    338303238081
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail123,922 miles (+3,894)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,922 miles
    Test number
    781383620305
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass120,028 miles (+5,427)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    120,028 miles
    Test number
    780680003190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on limit, replace a.s.a.p. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass114,601 miles (+4,742)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    114,601 miles
    Test number
    196538866679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,859 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    109,859 miles
    Test number
    596634115471
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded at the joint (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail109,845 miles (+3,829)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,845 miles
    Test number
    839999145276
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded at the joint (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass106,016 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    106,016 miles
    Test number
    728923897245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail106,014 miles (+5,675)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,014 miles
    Test number
    574044628462
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak expansion tank split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass100,339 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    100,339 miles
    Test number
    850583070901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail100,316 miles (+6,326)2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,316 miles
    Test number
    874120486718
    • DangerousFront brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported front and centre (7.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass93,990 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    93,990 miles
    Test number
    189069740594
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust brackets corroded, but secure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail93,990 miles (+11,993)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,990 miles
    Test number
    391211498114
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust brackets corroded, but secure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass81,997 miles (+9,549)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    81,997 miles
    Test number
    888183275141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,448 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,448 miles
    Test number
    345216574195
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass72,448 miles (+11,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    72,448 miles
    Test number
    708006174199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass61,304 miles (+7,190)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    61,304 miles
    Test number
    289996773129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,114 miles (+5,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    54,114 miles
    Test number
    897529472140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass48,222 miles (+6,947)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    48,222 miles
    Test number
    805544291279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,275 miles (+7,182)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    41,275 miles
    Test number
    894467270241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,093 miles (+5,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    34,093 miles
    Test number
    822252589171
    • 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)

  27. Pass28,256 miles (+5,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    28,256 miles
    Test number
    281636588139
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass23,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    23,159 miles
    Test number
    251315987168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V50 PUB

Does V50 PUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V50 PUB is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V50 PUB?
The MOT on V50 PUB is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V50 PUB done?
V50 PUB was recorded at 136,415 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 5,952 miles a year.
Has V50 PUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V50 PUB has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V50 PUB 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 PUB find?
V50 PUB passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear nail in tyre; nearside rear suspension component pin or bush slightly worn, and 5 more.

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