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Volvo XC90

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,401 cc

J9 AELMOT history

J9 AEL is a silver diesel Volvo XC90 first used on 7 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 136,828 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

J9 AEL silver Volvo XC90 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo XC90, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
136,828 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 AEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 AEL was last recorded at 136,828 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 552 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,276 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
552 miles
Average per year
5,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,828 miles
  • 2025 – 136,276 miles
  • 2024 – 135,058 miles
  • 2023 – 133,602 miles
  • 2022 – 132,142 miles
  • 2021 – 130,064 miles
  • 2020 – 128,465 miles
  • 2018 – 124,938 miles
  • 2017 – 122,061 miles
  • 2016 – 118,491 miles
  • 2015 – 113,663 miles
  • 2014 – 110,300 miles
  • 2013 – 106,127 miles
  • 2012 – 99,613 miles
  • 2011 – 85,289 miles
  • 2010 – 78,162 miles
  • 2009 – 68,695 miles
  • 2008 – 58,555 miles
  • 2007 – 40,729 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,828 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe/body covered in underbody sealant

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 5 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,828 miles (+552)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    136,828 miles
    Test number
    246837483744
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe/body covered in underbody sealant

  2. Pass136,276 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    136,276 miles
    Test number
    734115114225
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear SUBFRAME CORRODED

  3. Fail136,276 miles (+1,218)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,276 miles
    Test number
    101064223751
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear SUBFRAME CORRODED

  4. Pass135,058 miles (+31)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    135,058 miles
    Test number
    478760940906
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail135,027 miles (+1,425)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,027 miles
    Test number
    926016607104
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass133,602 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    133,602 miles
    Test number
    961324327519
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail133,601 miles (+1,459)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,601 miles
    Test number
    343673579768
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass132,142 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    132,142 miles
    Test number
    304675201293
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear general under body corrosion body and suspension

  9. Fail132,142 miles (+2,078)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,142 miles
    Test number
    381303507695
    • MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear general under body corrosion body and suspension

  10. Pass130,064 miles (+1,599)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    130,064 miles
    Test number
    525960302088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass128,465 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    128,465 miles
    Test number
    384792444393
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail128,464 miles (+3,526)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,464 miles
    Test number
    150095251561
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn track control arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn track control arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass124,938 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    124,938 miles
    Test number
    538488033749
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail124,912 miles (+2,851)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,912 miles
    Test number
    973589681006
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass122,061 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    122,061 miles
    Test number
    506823236290
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear tie bar bushes slightly worn

  16. Fail122,060 miles (+3,569)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,060 miles
    Test number
    240052096929
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear tie bar bushes slightly worn

  17. Pass118,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    118,491 miles
    Test number
    388186337632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail118,491 miles (+4,828)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,491 miles
    Test number
    179613171118
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  19. Pass113,663 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    113,663 miles
    Test number
    407260995141
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail113,663 miles (+3,363)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,663 miles
    Test number
    985849585155
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail110,300 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,300 miles
    Test number
    427432984166
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass110,300 miles (+4,173)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    110,300 miles
    Test number
    519192184176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass106,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    106,127 miles
    Test number
    627669083108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail106,127 miles (+6,514)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,127 miles
    Test number
    286213783123
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  25. Fail99,613 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,613 miles
    Test number
    235723272168
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass99,613 miles (+14,324)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    99,613 miles
    Test number
    758563072124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass85,289 miles (+7,127)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    85,289 miles
    Test number
    909565071138
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass78,162 miles (+9,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    78,162 miles
    Test number
    444421680186
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass68,695 miles (+10,140)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    68,695 miles
    Test number
    942000189188
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  30. Pass58,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    58,555 miles
    Test number
    202028878128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail58,553 miles (+17,824)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,553 miles
    Test number
    920548678102
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  32. Pass40,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    40,729 miles
    Test number
    541946087194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 AEL

Does J9 AEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 AEL is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 AEL?
The MOT on J9 AEL is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 AEL done?
J9 AEL was recorded at 136,828 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 5,142 miles a year.
Has J9 AEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 AEL has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on J9 AEL 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 J9 AEL find?
J9 AEL passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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