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Volvo V50

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 2,521 cc

V50 YOBMOT history

V50 YOB is a silver petrol Volvo V50 first used on 22 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 3 of 7 MOT tests, with 145,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

V50 YOB silver Volvo V50 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
145,308 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
7
3 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,517 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V50 YOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V50 YOB was last recorded at 145,308 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,303 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,308 miles
  • 2023 – 141,167 miles
  • 2022 – 131,811 miles
  • 2020 – 131,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,308 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

7 tests since 27 Aug 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,308 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    145,308 miles
    Test number
    483912626548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail145,303 miles (+4,136)5 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,303 miles
    Test number
    668556144153
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour orange (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour orange (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass141,167 miles (+280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    141,167 miles
    Test number
    495211357814
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail140,887 miles (+9,076)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,887 miles
    Test number
    594599181087
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking leaking from bleed nipple (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edges
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and hole in nearside rear lower outer wheel arch ON LIMIT
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lower outer wheel arch feels soft
    • AdvisoryOffside rear trailing arm front bush deteriorating
  5. Pass131,811 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    131,811 miles
    Test number
    316809577578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail131,802 miles (+557)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,802 miles
    Test number
    143750725783
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  7. Fail131,245 miles1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,245 miles
    Test number
    461013140640
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement caliper handbrake lever (1.1.15 (e))

Questions about V50 YOB

Does V50 YOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V50 YOB is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V50 YOB?
The MOT on V50 YOB is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V50 YOB done?
V50 YOB was recorded at 145,308 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 2,517 miles a year.
Has V50 YOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V50 YOB has failed 4 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V50 YOB 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 YOB find?
V50 YOB passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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