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Volvo 900 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,986 cc

K78 MGXMOT history

K78 MGX is a blue petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 138,746 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jul 2026
Mileage
138,746 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,771 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K78 MGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
900 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,986 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

K78 MGX was last recorded at 138,746 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,746 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,771 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,746 miles
  • 2025 – 138,746 miles
  • 2023 – 138,456 miles
  • 2022 – 134,918 miles
  • 2021 – 129,926 miles
  • 2020 – 124,152 miles
  • 2019 – 117,420 miles
  • 2018 – 112,717 miles
  • 2017 – 107,155 miles
  • 2016 – 104,092 miles
  • 2015 – 104,092 miles
  • 2014 – 104,092 miles
  • 2013 – 104,092 miles
  • 2012 – 104,092 miles
  • 2011 – 104,092 miles
  • 2010 – 100,418 miles
  • 2009 – 91,960 miles
  • 2008 – 82,442 miles
  • 2007 – 73,138 miles
  • 2006 – 63,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail138,746 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Panel corroded,not within a prescribed area
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Panel corroded not within a prescribed area
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Panel corroded,not within a prescribed area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner Panel corroded not within a prescribed area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail138,746 miles6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,746 miles
    Test number
    425133113937
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panel corroded,not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panel corroded not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass138,746 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    138,746 miles
    Test number
    685198563854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Panel corroded,not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Panel corroded not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail138,746 miles3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,746 miles
    Test number
    599865564247
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Panel corroded,not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Panel corroded not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail138,746 miles (+290)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,746 miles
    Test number
    353367641473
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Mainfold/gasket (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Panel corroded,not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Panel corroded not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass138,456 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    138,456 miles
    Test number
    530919837403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail138,454 miles (+3,536)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,454 miles
    Test number
    823096574565
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure BACK BOX (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

  7. Pass134,918 miles (+4,992)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    134,918 miles
    Test number
    468505089852
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Bothsides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass129,926 miles (+5,774)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    129,926 miles
    Test number
    818593322937
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Bothsides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass124,152 miles (+6,732)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    124,152 miles
    Test number
    400640089041
    • AdvisoryBATTERY SECURED WITH ROPE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass117,420 miles (+4,703)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    117,420 miles
    Test number
    166289913577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass112,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    112,717 miles
    Test number
    971689398314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail112,717 miles (+5,562)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,717 miles
    Test number
    774934309499
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass107,155 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    107,155 miles
    Test number
    999761887011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail107,154 miles (+3,062)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,154 miles
    Test number
    998837100043
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  15. Pass104,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    104,092 miles
    Test number
    473904484724
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both sides (2.5.B.2b)

  16. Fail104,092 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,092 miles
    Test number
    437913909685
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both sides (2.5.B.2b)

  17. Pass104,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    104,092 miles
    Test number
    259127533643
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion suspensions (6.1.B.2)

  18. Fail104,092 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,092 miles
    Test number
    164054249764
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion suspensions (6.1.B.2)

  19. Pass104,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    104,092 miles
    Test number
    706607764238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass104,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    104,092 miles
    Test number
    397668863275
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail104,092 miles1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,092 miles
    Test number
    378238363443
    • DangerousBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear All position lamps excessively damaged so they are not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre walls cracks
    • NoteRear row seats folded down, belts not tested

  22. Pass104,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    104,092 miles
    Test number
    309332272449
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Fail104,092 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,092 miles
    Test number
    395822172285
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass104,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    104,092 miles
    Test number
    746895661239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail104,092 miles (+3,674)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,092 miles
    Test number
    557455161250
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass100,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    100,418 miles
    Test number
    352924360291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail100,418 miles (+8,458)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,418 miles
    Test number
    972104160206
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  28. Pass91,960 miles (+9,518)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    91,960 miles
    Test number
    150810469226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass82,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    82,442 miles
    Test number
    541938468219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail82,442 miles (+9,304)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,442 miles
    Test number
    553118768242
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

  31. Pass73,138 miles (+9,147)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    73,138 miles
    Test number
    324494377407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass63,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    63,991 miles
    Test number
    140589466258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail63,991 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,991 miles
    Test number
    714819966234
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about K78 MGX

Does K78 MGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K78 MGX expired on 16 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K78 MGX?
The MOT on K78 MGX expired on 16 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K78 MGX done?
K78 MGX was recorded at 138,746 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 3,771 miles a year.
Has K78 MGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K78 MGX has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K78 MGX 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 K78 MGX find?
K78 MGX failed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 6 major defects and 4 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 7 more.

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