MAX36 - VOLVO V50
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 15 days ago
The Volvo V50, often referred to simply as the V50, is a compact estate car produced by the Swedish automaker Volvo from 2004 to 2012. Renowned for its safety features and Scandinavian design, the V50 exemplifies Volvo’s commitment to durability and driver protection. Manufactured primarily in Belgium, this model combines practicality with a refined driving experience, making it a popular choice among families and professionals alike. Key specifications include a range of petrol and diesel engines, spacious cargo capacity, and advanced safety systems that reflect Volvo’s reputation for innovation. Introduced in the mid-2000s, the V50 remains a notable example of Volvo’s dedication to quality engineering and understated elegance in the compact estate segment.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 19 MOT tests
The vehicle is a 2011 Volvo V50, registered in March 2011, with registration number MAX36. It has a grey exterior and a 1,560cc diesel engine, producing 99 g/km CO2 emissions. The car is currently taxed and has a valid MOT, with the latest test conducted on 19 February 2025 and valid until 19 February 2026. It has recorded a mileage of 154,088 miles. The MOT test showed no advisory notes, indicating no immediate mechanical concerns. No additional mechanical or service history details are available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
19
Passed Tests
12
Failed Tests
7
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 19 February 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 154,088 mi
Expires: 19 February 2026
Failed - 29 January 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 154,088 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wish bone rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wish bone rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Nearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Offside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 20 February 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 149,462 mi
Expires: 19 February 2025
Failed - 20 February 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 149,462 mi
Passed - 13 January 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 143,567 mi
Expires: 24 January 2024
Passed - 24 January 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 138,595 mi
Expires: 24 January 2023
Failed - 12 January 2022 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 138,526 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Passed - 14 January 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 137,766 mi
Expires: 24 January 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Failed - 14 January 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 134,763 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Passed - 17 January 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 130,667 mi
Expires: 24 January 2021
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- Minor Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip ns screen may spread (3.2 (a) (i))
Passed - 11 January 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 125,015 mi
Expires: 24 January 2020
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Failed - 11 January 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 125,015 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 15 January 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 111,611 mi
Expires: 24 January 2019
Failed - 12 January 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 111,356 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads appear to be getting low (3.5.1g)
Passed - 13 January 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 95,854 mi
Expires: 24 January 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory under trays fitted at time of test
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 25 January 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 78,999 mi
Expires: 24 January 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory under trays fitted at time of test
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge very close to legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge very close to legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 13 January 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 62,138 mi
Expires: 12 January 2016
Failed - 13 January 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 62,138 mi
Passed - 09 April 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 54,066 mi
Expires: 08 April 2015
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for MAX36?
The MOT expires on 19 February 2026.
What is the tax status of MAX36?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 April 2026.
What are the specifications of MAX36?
This is a 2011 VOLVO V50 in Grey. It runs on Diesel with a 1560cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of MAX36?
This vehicle produces 99 g/km of CO2 emissions.