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Volvo XC90

Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 2,400 cc

L18 RCAMOT history

L18 RCA is a grey diesel Volvo XC90 first used on 22 Jan 2013. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 144,825 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

L18 RCA grey Volvo XC90 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo XC90, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2026
Mileage
144,825 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 RCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
22 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 RCA was last recorded at 144,825 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 9,160 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,665 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
9,160 miles
Average per year
11,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,825 miles
  • 2024 – 135,665 miles
  • 2023 – 124,196 miles
  • 2022 – 111,746 miles
  • 2021 – 101,515 miles
  • 2020 – 91,127 miles
  • 2019 – 81,120 miles
  • 2018 – 69,715 miles
  • 2017 – 56,300 miles
  • 2016 – 31,595 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,825 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Covers fitted to engine and under car obscuring view of some testable items

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering fluid reservoir leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 19 Jan 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,825 miles (+9,160)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    144,825 miles
    Test number
    828281927708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass135,665 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    135,665 miles
    Test number
    865504790529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid reservoir leaking
  3. Fail135,665 miles (+11,469)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,665 miles
    Test number
    506002485169
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid reservoir leaking
  4. Pass124,196 miles (+12,450)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    124,196 miles
    Test number
    884631860952
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
  5. Pass111,746 miles (+10,231)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    111,746 miles
    Test number
    206038095184
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  6. Pass101,515 miles (+10,388)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    101,515 miles
    Test number
    437535573912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertray fitted
  7. Pass91,127 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,127 miles
    Test number
    438312500356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertray fitted
  8. Fail91,127 miles (+10,007)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,127 miles
    Test number
    368705190177
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertray fitted
  9. Pass81,120 miles (+11,405)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,120 miles
    Test number
    881895516586
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to engine and under car obscuring view of some testable items
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass69,715 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    69,715 miles
    Test number
    412173049876
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to engine and under car obscuring view of some testable items
  11. Fail69,715 miles (+13,415)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,715 miles
    Test number
    111406869675
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to engine and under car obscuring view of some testable items
    • AdvisoryFront Front wipers smearing on screen but not adversely effecting drivers view of the road
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outside marker light not working
  12. Pass56,300 miles (+11,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    56,300 miles
    Test number
    391509235733
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to engine and under car obscuring view of some testable items
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  13. Pass44,364 miles (+12,769)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    44,364 miles
    Test number
    722696429740
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to engine and under car obscuring view of some items
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass31,595 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    31,595 miles
    Test number
    905964904978
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to engine and under car

Questions about L18 RCA

Does L18 RCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L18 RCA expired on 21 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L18 RCA?
The MOT on L18 RCA expired on 21 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L18 RCA done?
L18 RCA was recorded at 144,825 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 11,604 miles a year.
Has L18 RCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 RCA has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on L18 RCA 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 L18 RCA find?
L18 RCA passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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