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Volvo 900 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1993 · 1,986 cc

L74 GUDMOT history

L74 GUD is a silver petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 2 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 178,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
178,200 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L74 GUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
900 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,986 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
2 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L74 GUD was last recorded at 178,200 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Aug 2010: 178,191 miles, lower than 178,197 miles on 21 Apr 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
178,197 miles · 15 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,200 miles
  • 2018 – 178,197 miles
  • 2017 – 178,197 miles
  • 2016 – 178,197 miles
  • 2015 – 178,197 miles
  • 2014 – 178,197 miles
  • 2013 – 178,197 miles
  • 2012 – 178,197 miles
  • 2011 – 178,197 miles
  • 2010 – 178,191 miles
  • 2009 – 178,197 miles
  • 2008 – 178,197 miles
  • 2007 – 178,194 miles
  • 2006 – 168,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,200 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under washer bottle (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,200 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    178,200 miles
    Test number
    167069350944
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed

  2. Fail178,197 miles1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    534973634525
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed

  3. Pass178,197 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    874646351484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass178,197 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    914337155655
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint on rack (2.3.3b)

  5. Pass178,197 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    316231329842
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under washer bottle (6.1.B.2)

  6. Fail178,197 miles3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    102157126991
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under washer bottle (6.1.B.2)

  7. Pass178,197 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    541019864109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated change asap. (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated change asap. (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust mount weak
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering rack. pas belt slightly loose.

  8. Fail178,197 miles10 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    154815109482
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer edge. (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively torn (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort zero effort. (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively torn (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated change asap. (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated change asap. (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust mount weak
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering rack. pas belt slightly loose.

  9. Pass178,197 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    895647544204
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Fail178,197 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    407827144214
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass178,197 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    315362243436
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail178,197 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    398529733450
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass178,197 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    216051352243
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail178,197 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    975061052296
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  15. Fail178,197 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    179210351292
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass178,197 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    785920551202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass178,191 miles (-6)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    178,191 miles
    Test number
    342371930479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass178,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    130331019106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail178,197 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    293471719160
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

  20. Pass178,197 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    178,197 miles
    Test number
    284488848477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass178,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    178,194 miles
    Test number
    891434737136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail178,194 miles (+9,627)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,194 miles
    Test number
    983580937176
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  23. Pass168,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    168,567 miles
    Test number
    992080906199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L74 GUD

Does L74 GUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L74 GUD is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L74 GUD?
The MOT on L74 GUD is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L74 GUD done?
L74 GUD was recorded at 178,200 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 469 miles a year.
Has L74 GUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L74 GUD has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L74 GUD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Aug 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L74 GUD find?
L74 GUD passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive; underside of vehicle heavily undersealed.

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