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Volvo 900 Series

Grey · Petrol · 1993 · 1,986 cc

L71 BKHMOT history

L71 BKH is a grey petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 27 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2021 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 181,367 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2021
Mileage
181,367 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2021
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,314 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L71 BKH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
900 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,986 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
27 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

L71 BKH was last recorded at 181,367 miles on 6 Dec 2021, 6,527 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,840 miles · 2 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
6,527 miles
Average per year
5,314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 181,367 miles
  • 2020 – 174,840 miles
  • 2019 – 168,031 miles
  • 2018 – 159,978 miles
  • 2015 – 156,176 miles
  • 2014 – 153,752 miles
  • 2013 – 138,565 miles
  • 2012 – 130,226 miles
  • 2011 – 118,976 miles
  • 2010 – 114,167 miles
  • 2009 – 110,204 miles
  • 2008 – 106,363 miles
  • 2007 – 101,980 miles
  • 2006 – 96,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail181,367 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision sill (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail181,367 miles (+6,527)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,367 miles
    Test number
    414129794085
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision sill (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass174,840 miles (+6,809)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    174,840 miles
    Test number
    789092912294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass168,031 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    168,031 miles
    Test number
    317533213581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail168,030 miles (+8,052)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,030 miles
    Test number
    684600077570
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass159,978 miles (+3,802)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    159,978 miles
    Test number
    660668203698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass156,176 miles (+2,424)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    156,176 miles
    Test number
    762240482430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass153,752 miles (+6,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    153,752 miles
    Test number
    459241384228
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Pass147,610 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    147,610 miles
    Test number
    489884814024
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail147,581 miles (+9,016)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,581 miles
    Test number
    906173704029
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Pass138,565 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    138,565 miles
    Test number
    139537313090
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  11. Fail138,565 miles (+8,339)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,565 miles
    Test number
    116697113490
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass130,226 miles (+11,250)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    130,226 miles
    Test number
    658475212024
    • NoteOffside front lower suspension joint rubber boot split

  13. Pass118,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    118,976 miles
    Test number
    485181521069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail118,976 miles (+4,809)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,976 miles
    Test number
    197753611431
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear axle oil seal leaking

  15. Pass114,167 miles (+3,963)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    114,167 miles
    Test number
    121204300087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass110,204 miles (+3,841)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    110,204 miles
    Test number
    153967919024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass106,363 miles (+4,383)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    106,363 miles
    Test number
    233812618000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass101,980 miles (+5,086)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    101,980 miles
    Test number
    310742217027
    • NoteFront number plate
    • NoteOil leak on rear diff

  19. Pass96,894 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    96,894 miles
    Test number
    164213716036
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
    • NoteDiff pinion seal leaking

  20. Fail96,894 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,894 miles
    Test number
    764323516050
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
    • NoteDiff pinion seal leaking

Questions about L71 BKH

Does L71 BKH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L71 BKH expired on 6 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L71 BKH?
The MOT on L71 BKH expired on 6 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L71 BKH done?
L71 BKH was recorded at 181,367 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2021, an average of 5,314 miles a year.
Has L71 BKH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L71 BKH has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on L71 BKH 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 L71 BKH find?
L71 BKH failed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2021 with 2 dangerous defects and 5 major defects: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing; offside front seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision sill; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 4 more.

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