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Green · Petrol · 1993 · 2,922 cc

L101 HJOMOT history

L101 HJO is a green petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 22 Nov 1993. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 186,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2025
Mileage
186,528 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,381 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L101 HJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
900 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,922 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
22 Nov 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L101 HJO was last recorded at 186,528 miles on 6 Aug 2024, 21,796 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,732 miles · 1 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
21,796 miles
Average per year
5,381 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 186,528 miles
  • 2023 – 164,732 miles
  • 2022 – 164,319 miles
  • 2021 – 164,059 miles
  • 2020 – 163,568 miles
  • 2019 – 162,840 miles
  • 2018 – 161,403 miles
  • 2017 – 159,387 miles
  • 2016 – 157,580 miles
  • 2015 – 155,163 miles
  • 2014 – 152,839 miles
  • 2013 – 150,124 miles
  • 2012 – 146,389 miles
  • 2011 – 139,786 miles
  • 2010 – 133,782 miles
  • 2009 – 123,267 miles
  • 2008 – 112,933 miles
  • 2007 – 101,693 miles
  • 2006 – 88,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,528 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near battery tray (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both nearside front to rear fuel pipes corroded and unions rotten

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both sides rear lower shocker bushes perrished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,528 miles (+21,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    186,528 miles
    Test number
    587202396233
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near battery tray (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass164,732 miles (+413)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    164,732 miles
    Test number
    429421318088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass164,319 miles (+260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    164,319 miles
    Test number
    241181731219
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryGenerally all rear and front suspension components inc bushes badly corrodes and perrished

  4. Pass164,059 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    164,059 miles
    Test number
    612719543112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside front to rear fuel pipes corroded and unions rotten
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear lower shocker bushes perrished

  5. Fail164,059 miles (+491)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,059 miles
    Test number
    400156583141
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65r15-91v (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65r15-91v (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65r15-91v (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65r15-91v (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside front to rear fuel pipes corroded and unions rotten
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear lower shocker bushes perrished

  6. Pass163,568 miles (+728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    163,568 miles
    Test number
    447684914894
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front brake pads worn over 50% getting low

  7. Pass162,840 miles (+1,437)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    162,840 miles
    Test number
    441962581516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass161,403 miles (+2,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    161,403 miles
    Test number
    643725845156
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack (2.3.3b)

  9. Pass159,387 miles (+1,807)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    159,387 miles
    Test number
    746515815451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass157,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    157,580 miles
    Test number
    499245369803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail157,578 miles (+2,415)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,578 miles
    Test number
    727625794083
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flange clamp leaking gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass155,163 miles (+2,324)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    155,163 miles
    Test number
    147895335106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass152,839 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    152,839 miles
    Test number
    869412234142
    • NoteExhaust system weak

  14. Fail152,837 miles (+2,713)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,837 miles
    Test number
    409172634170
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteExhaust system weak

  15. Pass150,124 miles (+37)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    150,124 miles
    Test number
    408452263132
    • NoteSuspension bushes perished

  16. Fail150,087 miles (+3,698)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,087 miles
    Test number
    169245433128
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSuspension bushes perished

  17. Pass146,389 miles (+6,603)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    146,389 miles
    Test number
    618727732157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass139,786 miles (+6,004)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    139,786 miles
    Test number
    237257631176
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass133,782 miles (+10,515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    133,782 miles
    Test number
    861372050127
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass123,267 miles (+10,334)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    123,267 miles
    Test number
    240775659146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass112,933 miles (+11,240)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    112,933 miles
    Test number
    421224238149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass101,693 miles (+13,025)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    101,693 miles
    Test number
    550292367122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass88,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    88,668 miles
    Test number
    301421356119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L101 HJO

Does L101 HJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L101 HJO expired on 5 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L101 HJO?
The MOT on L101 HJO expired on 5 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L101 HJO done?
L101 HJO was recorded at 186,528 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2024, an average of 5,381 miles a year.
Has L101 HJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L101 HJO has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2021.
Has the mileage on L101 HJO 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 L101 HJO find?
L101 HJO passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2024 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near battery tray.

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