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Volvo XC90

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,401 cc

L40 DTSMOT history

L40 DTS is a grey diesel Volvo XC90 first used on 7 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 200,657 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

L40 DTS grey Volvo XC90 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo XC90, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
200,657 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 DTS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 DTS was last recorded at 200,657 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 3,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,657 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,000 miles
Average per year
8,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 200,657 miles
  • 2025 – 197,657 miles
  • 2024 – 194,182 miles
  • 2023 – 190,075 miles
  • 2022 – 177,711 miles
  • 2021 – 169,866 miles
  • 2020 – 164,666 miles
  • 2019 – 153,530 miles
  • 2018 – 142,660 miles
  • 2017 – 130,676 miles
  • 2016 – 122,024 miles
  • 2015 – 107,552 miles
  • 2014 – 98,942 miles
  • 2013 – 91,202 miles
  • 2012 – 81,008 miles
  • 2011 – 69,903 miles
  • 2010 – 58,923 miles
  • 2009 – 47,184 miles
  • 2008 – 41,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,657 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 Fog light not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,657 miles (+3,000)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    200,657 miles
    Test number
    278711250274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass197,657 miles (+3,475)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    197,657 miles
    Test number
    350477926438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass194,182 miles (+4,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    194,182 miles
    Test number
    181699379348
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass190,075 miles (+3,171)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    190,075 miles
    Test number
    589111556575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass186,904 miles (+9,193)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    186,904 miles
    Test number
    253489730872
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small cut in cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass177,711 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    177,711 miles
    Test number
    137035463592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail177,710 miles (+7,844)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,710 miles
    Test number
    669364227634
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ripped (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass169,866 miles (+5,200)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    169,866 miles
    Test number
    378254873492
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass164,666 miles (+11,136)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    164,666 miles
    Test number
    392821273568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass153,530 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    153,530 miles
    Test number
    888222544270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail153,529 miles (+10,869)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,529 miles
    Test number
    202516882051
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass142,660 miles (+11,984)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    142,660 miles
    Test number
    108029041382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass130,676 miles (+8,652)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    130,676 miles
    Test number
    208494962396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass122,024 miles (+14,472)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    122,024 miles
    Test number
    428495656067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass107,552 miles (+8,610)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    107,552 miles
    Test number
    256782415019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,942 miles (+7,740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    98,942 miles
    Test number
    789842024060
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  17. Pass91,202 miles (+10,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    91,202 miles
    Test number
    785903643014
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass81,008 miles (+11,105)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    81,008 miles
    Test number
    299324142044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,903 miles (+10,980)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    69,903 miles
    Test number
    425621141053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,923 miles (+11,739)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    58,923 miles
    Test number
    633723940049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,184 miles (+5,220)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    47,184 miles
    Test number
    483216659059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f track rod inner ball joint has slight play

  22. Pass41,964 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    41,964 miles
    Test number
    270699438037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about L40 DTS

Does L40 DTS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 DTS is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 DTS?
The MOT on L40 DTS is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 DTS done?
L40 DTS was recorded at 200,657 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 8,555 miles a year.
Has L40 DTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 DTS has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on L40 DTS 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 L40 DTS find?
L40 DTS passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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