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Volvo S60

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,401 cc

L55 BANMOT history

L55 BAN is a black diesel Volvo S60 first used on 20 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 186,323 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

L55 BAN black Volvo S60 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S60, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
186,323 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,641 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 BAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S60
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 BAN was last recorded at 186,323 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 2,552 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,771 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,552 miles
Average per year
5,641 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,323 miles
  • 2025 – 183,771 miles
  • 2024 – 181,409 miles
  • 2023 – 178,137 miles
  • 2022 – 174,900 miles
  • 2021 – 171,003 miles
  • 2020 – 166,006 miles
  • 2019 – 161,511 miles
  • 2018 – 156,865 miles
  • 2017 – 149,980 miles
  • 2016 – 142,871 miles
  • 2015 – 133,083 miles
  • 2014 – 127,677 miles
  • 2013 – 121,655 miles
  • 2012 – 115,677 miles
  • 2011 – 109,656 miles
  • 2010 – 102,588 miles
  • 2009 – 97,009 miles
  • 2008 – 86,515 miles
  • 2007 – 79,139 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,323 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,323 miles (+2,552)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    186,323 miles
    Test number
    839084176330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass183,771 miles (+2,362)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    183,771 miles
    Test number
    369290737710
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass181,409 miles (+3,272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    181,409 miles
    Test number
    690825626101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass178,137 miles (+3,237)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    178,137 miles
    Test number
    172495842350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass174,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    174,900 miles
    Test number
    198207898736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail174,900 miles (+3,897)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,900 miles
    Test number
    371791787907
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass171,003 miles (+4,997)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    171,003 miles
    Test number
    994280263658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass166,006 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    166,006 miles
    Test number
    647085606659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail166,003 miles (+4,492)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,003 miles
    Test number
    785102127221
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass161,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    161,511 miles
    Test number
    231371708655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail161,511 miles3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,511 miles
    Test number
    414354656028
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail161,511 miles (+4,646)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,511 miles
    Test number
    998714730828
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass156,865 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    156,865 miles
    Test number
    609956779325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail156,865 miles (+6,885)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,865 miles
    Test number
    974959190155
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass149,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    149,980 miles
    Test number
    558089334740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail149,980 miles (+7,109)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,980 miles
    Test number
    990094376896
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass142,871 miles (+9,788)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    142,871 miles
    Test number
    424682339850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass133,083 miles (+5,406)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    133,083 miles
    Test number
    716708615296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass127,677 miles (+6,022)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    127,677 miles
    Test number
    929188624229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass121,655 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    121,655 miles
    Test number
    566697823220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail121,642 miles (+5,965)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,642 miles
    Test number
    558622523219
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  22. Pass115,677 miles (+6,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    115,677 miles
    Test number
    395309222403
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass109,656 miles (+7,068)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    109,656 miles
    Test number
    809914021264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass102,588 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    102,588 miles
    Test number
    564998120260
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCut on o/s/f tyre but not exposing the cords.

  25. Fail102,588 miles (+5,579)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,588 miles
    Test number
    522988220286
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCut on o/s/f tyre but not exposing the cords.

  26. Pass97,009 miles (+10,494)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    97,009 miles
    Test number
    652559029207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass86,515 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    86,515 miles
    Test number
    114365328223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail86,505 miles (+7,366)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,505 miles
    Test number
    600184528255
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  29. Pass79,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    79,139 miles
    Test number
    593036627254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 BAN

Does L55 BAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 BAN is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 BAN?
The MOT on L55 BAN is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 BAN done?
L55 BAN was recorded at 186,323 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 5,641 miles a year.
Has L55 BAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 BAN has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on L55 BAN 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 L55 BAN find?
L55 BAN passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 3 more.

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