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Volvo XC90

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,400 cc

L21 BYNMOT history

L21 BYN is a black diesel Volvo XC90 first used on 15 Dec 2010. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 14 MOT tests, with 123,903 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

L21 BYN black Volvo XC90 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo XC90, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
123,903 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
14
13 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 BYN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
15 Dec 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 BYN was last recorded at 123,903 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 15,152 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,751 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
15,152 miles
Average per year
8,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,903 miles
  • 2024 – 108,751 miles
  • 2023 – 94,788 miles
  • 2022 – 93,408 miles
  • 2021 – 90,015 miles
  • 2020 – 87,064 miles
  • 2019 – 83,677 miles
  • 2018 – 73,416 miles
  • 2017 – 64,490 miles
  • 2016 – 55,334 miles
  • 2015 – 45,366 miles
  • 2014 – 35,494 miles
  • 2013 – 26,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,903 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 10 Dec 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,903 miles (+15,152)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    123,903 miles
    Test number
    905337847473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass108,751 miles (+13,963)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    108,751 miles
    Test number
    966843635105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass94,788 miles (+1,380)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    94,788 miles
    Test number
    472774025628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass93,408 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    93,408 miles
    Test number
    898260461130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail93,407 miles (+3,392)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,407 miles
    Test number
    533404929409
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))

  6. Pass90,015 miles (+2,951)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,015 miles
    Test number
    948749360174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,064 miles (+3,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    87,064 miles
    Test number
    173965197727
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play o/s front inner end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass83,677 miles (+10,261)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,677 miles
    Test number
    877739019997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,416 miles (+8,926)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    73,416 miles
    Test number
    608240771616
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass64,490 miles (+9,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    64,490 miles
    Test number
    539470905172
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass55,334 miles (+9,968)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    55,334 miles
    Test number
    625771704247
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass45,366 miles (+9,872)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    45,366 miles
    Test number
    115247996163
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  13. Pass35,494 miles (+9,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    35,494 miles
    Test number
    117192834374
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass26,264 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    26,264 miles
    Test number
    727444343345
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L21 BYN

Does L21 BYN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 BYN is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L21 BYN?
The MOT on L21 BYN is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 BYN done?
L21 BYN was recorded at 123,903 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 8,113 miles a year.
Has L21 BYN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 BYN has failed 1 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on L21 BYN 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 L21 BYN find?
L21 BYN passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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