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Volvo 900 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,986 cc

L48 ULNMOT history

L48 ULN is a blue petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 30 Sept 1993. Its MOT expired on 19 Mar 2022 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 271,405 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Mar 2022
Mileage
271,405 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L48 ULN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
900 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,986 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
30 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

L48 ULN was last recorded at 271,405 miles on 5 Aug 2022, 1,817 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
269,588 miles · 20 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
1,817 miles
Average per year
7,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 271,405 miles
  • 2021 – 269,588 miles
  • 2019 – 264,643 miles
  • 2018 – 261,804 miles
  • 2017 – 257,017 miles
  • 2016 – 250,396 miles
  • 2015 – 243,991 miles
  • 2014 – 236,162 miles
  • 2013 – 229,844 miles
  • 2012 – 222,171 miles
  • 2011 – 213,445 miles
  • 2010 – 206,257 miles
  • 2009 – 198,340 miles
  • 2008 – 184,209 miles
  • 2007 – 169,719 miles
  • 2006 – 154,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail271,405 miles
  • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill at jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Lights dim (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front back plate missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front exhaust mounting not secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail271,405 miles (+1,817)10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,405 miles
    Test number
    361235451967
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill at jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Lights dim (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass269,588 miles (+4,945)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    269,588 miles
    Test number
    861866139402
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Pass264,643 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    264,643 miles
    Test number
    262581330804
    • AdvisoryOffside Front back plate missing

  4. Fail264,643 miles (+2,839)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,643 miles
    Test number
    747735589605
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front back plate missing
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pads wearing

  5. Pass261,804 miles (+4,787)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    261,804 miles
    Test number
    877935661750
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear stop light not working
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine

  6. Pass257,017 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    257,017 miles
    Test number
    407202719019
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mounting not secure
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  7. Fail257,017 miles (+6,621)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,017 miles
    Test number
    387953484757
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mounting not secure
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEmission light on

  8. Pass250,396 miles (+6,405)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    250,396 miles
    Test number
    713443391933
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  9. Pass243,991 miles (+7,829)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    243,991 miles
    Test number
    998950385174
    • NoteExhaust joints getting rusty

  10. Pass236,162 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    236,162 miles
    Test number
    586038574170
    • NoteO/s/f back plate rusty

  11. Fail236,162 miles (+6,318)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,162 miles
    Test number
    177587774144
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f back plate rusty

  12. Pass229,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    229,844 miles
    Test number
    448939473166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail229,844 miles (+7,673)2 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,844 miles
    Test number
    295009873131
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake linkage worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting in poor condition
    • NoteExhaust system in poor condition
    • NoteNear side rear tyre outer side wall deteriorated
    • NoteOff side front brake disc deteriorated

  14. Pass222,171 miles (+8,726)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    222,171 miles
    Test number
    455677182179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass213,445 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    213,445 miles
    Test number
    428955341229
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail213,445 miles (+7,188)10 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,445 miles
    Test number
    156674141270
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass206,257 miles (+7,917)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    206,257 miles
    Test number
    602191150247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass198,340 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    198,340 miles
    Test number
    290531169291
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting rusty

  19. Fail198,340 miles (+14,131)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,340 miles
    Test number
    903691269256
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting rusty

  20. Pass184,209 miles (+14,490)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    184,209 miles
    Test number
    802561128207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass169,719 miles (+15,525)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    169,719 miles
    Test number
    333956407400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass154,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    154,194 miles
    Test number
    194485306248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L48 ULN

Does L48 ULN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L48 ULN expired on 19 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L48 ULN?
The MOT on L48 ULN expired on 19 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L48 ULN done?
L48 ULN was recorded at 271,405 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2022, an average of 7,311 miles a year.
Has L48 ULN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L48 ULN has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on L48 ULN 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 L48 ULN find?
L48 ULN failed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2022 with 10 major defects and 5 advisories: emissions not tested; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; horn not working, and 12 more.

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