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Volvo XC60

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,984 cc

L8 EFAMOT history

L8 EFA is a black diesel Volvo XC60 first used on 20 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 116,873 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

L8 EFA black Volvo XC60 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
116,873 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,179 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 EFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC60
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 EFA was last recorded at 116,873 miles on 13 May 2026, 7,922 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,951 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,922 miles
Average per year
8,179 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,873 miles
  • 2025 – 108,951 miles
  • 2024 – 100,668 miles
  • 2023 – 94,552 miles
  • 2022 – 88,854 miles
  • 2021 – 82,358 miles
  • 2020 – 77,565 miles
  • 2019 – 69,019 miles
  • 2018 – 59,314 miles
  • 2017 – 49,705 miles
  • 2016 – 39,829 miles
  • 2015 – 26,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,873 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 17 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,873 miles (+7,922)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    116,873 miles
    Test number
    247220685309
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Pass108,951 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    108,951 miles
    Test number
    614751599481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail108,951 miles (+8,283)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,951 miles
    Test number
    738435210216
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass100,668 miles (+6,116)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    100,668 miles
    Test number
    391592527885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,552 miles (+5,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    94,552 miles
    Test number
    910431789495
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass88,854 miles (+6,496)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    88,854 miles
    Test number
    832249266664
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass82,358 miles (+4,793)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    82,358 miles
    Test number
    378423144156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,565 miles (+8,546)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    77,565 miles
    Test number
    691168199097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    69,019 miles
    Test number
    851071898915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,019 miles (+9,705)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,019 miles
    Test number
    157937683166
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass59,314 miles (+9,609)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    59,314 miles
    Test number
    776618422973
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass49,705 miles (+9,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    49,705 miles
    Test number
    213588197183
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass39,829 miles (+13,516)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    39,829 miles
    Test number
    940041105758
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail26,313 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,313 miles
    Test number
    239947405120
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass26,313 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    26,313 miles
    Test number
    856887905196
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L8 EFA

Does L8 EFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 EFA is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 EFA?
The MOT on L8 EFA is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 EFA done?
L8 EFA was recorded at 116,873 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 8,179 miles a year.
Has L8 EFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 EFA has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 EFA 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 L8 EFA find?
L8 EFA passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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