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Volvo V50

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,997 cc

V5 OVOMOT history

V5 OVO is a black diesel Volvo V50 first used on 3 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 189,730 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

V5 OVO black Volvo V50 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
189,730 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
10,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 OVO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 OVO was last recorded at 189,730 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 701 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,029 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
701 miles
Average per year
10,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,730 miles
  • 2025 – 189,029 miles
  • 2024 – 179,064 miles
  • 2023 – 169,127 miles
  • 2022 – 162,385 miles
  • 2021 – 157,374 miles
  • 2020 – 154,645 miles
  • 2019 – 149,274 miles
  • 2018 – 142,416 miles
  • 2017 – 135,773 miles
  • 2016 – 130,495 miles
  • 2015 – 111,671 miles
  • 2014 – 87,436 miles
  • 2013 – 50,165 miles
  • 2012 – 32,229 miles
  • 2011 – 25,551 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,730 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,730 miles (+701)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    189,730 miles
    Test number
    175008400883
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition

  2. Pass189,029 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    189,029 miles
    Test number
    851325671743
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail189,029 miles (+9,965)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,029 miles
    Test number
    679119729148
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass179,064 miles (+126)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    179,064 miles
    Test number
    200451678618
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  5. Fail178,938 miles (+9,811)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,938 miles
    Test number
    687354709762
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  6. Pass169,127 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    169,127 miles
    Test number
    835889106116
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  7. Fail169,127 miles (+6,742)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,127 miles
    Test number
    752299025179
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  8. Pass162,385 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    162,385 miles
    Test number
    691570438607
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

  9. Fail162,383 miles (+5,009)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,383 miles
    Test number
    481627248459
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component insecurely attached strut to hub mounting (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component insecurely attached strut to hub mounting (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

  10. Pass157,374 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    157,374 miles
    Test number
    703893410171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Fail157,365 miles (+2,720)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,365 miles
    Test number
    545807658936
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass154,645 miles (+5,371)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    154,645 miles
    Test number
    340836714648
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer corroded.
    • AdvisoryOff side front lower chassis rail corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose.

  13. Pass149,274 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    149,274 miles
    Test number
    992234214062
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer corroded

  14. Fail149,274 miles (+6,858)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,274 miles
    Test number
    706448943885
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer corroded

  15. Pass142,416 miles (+6,643)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    142,416 miles
    Test number
    439522634082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has something inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass135,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    135,773 miles
    Test number
    968525289912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail135,773 miles (+5,278)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,773 miles
    Test number
    769606199593
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass130,495 miles (+18,824)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    130,495 miles
    Test number
    303841001859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass111,671 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    111,671 miles
    Test number
    784508834773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm + smooth inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail111,671 miles (+24,235)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,671 miles
    Test number
    415728039289
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm + smooth inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass87,436 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    87,436 miles
    Test number
    679143204332
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted

  22. Fail87,436 miles (+37,271)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,436 miles
    Test number
    489953204385
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted

  23. Pass50,165 miles (+5)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,165 miles
    Test number
    186090163468
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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
    • NoteExhaust system slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted
    • NoteRear floorpan cover fitted

  24. Fail50,160 miles (+17,931)3 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,160 miles
    Test number
    119479053487
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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
    • NoteExhaust system slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted
    • NoteRear floorpan cover fitted

  25. Pass32,229 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,229 miles
    Test number
    615972662082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  26. Fail32,229 miles (+6,678)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,229 miles
    Test number
    205532462090
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  27. Fail25,551 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,551 miles
    Test number
    397140561037
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteFront & Rear pads 50% worn
    • NoteTyres: NSF 5mm OSF 4mm NSR 6mm OSF 5mm Size: 205/50R17

  28. Pass25,551 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,551 miles
    Test number
    929970861052
    • NoteFront & Rear pads 50% worn
    • NoteTyres: NSF 5mm OSF 4mm NSR 6mm OSF 5mm Size: 205/50R17

Questions about V5 OVO

Does V5 OVO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 OVO is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 OVO?
The MOT on V5 OVO is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 OVO done?
V5 OVO was recorded at 189,730 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 10,642 miles a year.
Has V5 OVO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 OVO has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V5 OVO 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 V5 OVO find?
V5 OVO passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 4 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 5 more.

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