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Volvo C30

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,798 cc

L23 MSHMOT history

L23 MSH is a silver petrol Volvo C30 first used on 17 Nov 2008. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 130,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2024.

L23 MSH silver Volvo C30 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo C30, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2025
Mileage
130,147 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2024
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 MSH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C30
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 MSH was last recorded at 130,147 miles on 18 Sept 2024, 149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,998 miles · 30 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
149 miles
Average per year
7,800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 130,147 miles
  • 2023 – 124,684 miles
  • 2022 – 109,817 miles
  • 2021 – 100,828 miles
  • 2020 – 94,367 miles
  • 2018 – 87,668 miles
  • 2017 – 79,507 miles
  • 2016 – 67,818 miles
  • 2014 – 52,290 miles
  • 2013 – 40,743 miles
  • 2012 – 34,528 miles
  • 2011 – 29,994 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,147 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,147 miles (+149)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    130,147 miles
    Test number
    997731801955
    • 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))

  2. Fail129,998 miles (+5,314)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,998 miles
    Test number
    300889728641
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath

  3. Fail124,684 miles (+3,893)2 dangerous7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,684 miles
    Test number
    924218855613
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLong travel on parking brake
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seat belt buckle cover has damadge
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shocker cover not secure

  4. Pass120,791 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    120,791 miles
    Test number
    670463091321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front (Inner tyre tread worn bold on )
    • AdvisoryOffside Front (Inner tyre tread worn bold on )

  5. Fail120,791 miles (+10,974)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,791 miles
    Test number
    973239306356
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt losse (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front (Inner tyre tread worn bold on )
    • AdvisoryOffside Front (Inner tyre tread worn bold on )

  6. Pass109,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    109,817 miles
    Test number
    927812672608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail109,817 miles (+8,989)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,817 miles
    Test number
    455903335045
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure exhaust mounting (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass100,828 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    100,828 miles
    Test number
    105597965302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail100,828 miles (+6,461)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,828 miles
    Test number
    552663889684
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass94,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    94,367 miles
    Test number
    870052984737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail94,367 miles (+6,699)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,367 miles
    Test number
    385670185854
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass87,668 miles (+75)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    87,668 miles
    Test number
    829329639234
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail87,593 miles (+8,086)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,593 miles
    Test number
    231123738217
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass79,507 miles (+11,689)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    79,507 miles
    Test number
    590093714992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,818 miles (+15,528)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,818 miles
    Test number
    599703627837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2,2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.3mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass52,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,290 miles
    Test number
    845430464246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,285 miles (+11,542)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,285 miles
    Test number
    225510664227
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass40,743 miles (+6,215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    40,743 miles
    Test number
    479961163273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass34,528 miles (+4,534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    34,528 miles
    Test number
    419353962293
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass29,994 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    29,994 miles
    Test number
    425490821324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

Questions about L23 MSH

Does L23 MSH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L23 MSH expired on 17 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L23 MSH?
The MOT on L23 MSH expired on 17 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L23 MSH done?
L23 MSH was recorded at 130,147 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2024, an average of 7,800 miles a year.
Has L23 MSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 MSH has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on L23 MSH 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 L23 MSH find?
L23 MSH passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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