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Volvo XC90

Gold · Diesel · 2004 · 2,401 cc

LB53 FPAMOT history

LB53 FPA is a gold diesel Volvo XC90 first used on 12 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 215,573 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
215,573 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,851 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 FPA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 FPA was last recorded at 215,573 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 6,764 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,809 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,764 miles
Average per year
8,851 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 215,573 miles
  • 2024 – 208,809 miles
  • 2023 – 198,614 miles
  • 2022 – 191,019 miles
  • 2021 – 183,879 miles
  • 2020 – 178,975 miles
  • 2019 – 176,858 miles
  • 2018 – 167,026 miles
  • 2017 – 142,748 miles
  • 2016 – 140,308 miles
  • 2015 – 137,425 miles
  • 2014 – 134,330 miles
  • 2013 – 130,680 miles
  • 2012 – 122,702 miles
  • 2011 – 111,168 miles
  • 2010 – 97,532 miles
  • 2009 – 78,173 miles
  • 2008 – 65,126 miles
  • 2007 – 48,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,573 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sidesRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,573 miles (+6,764)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    215,573 miles
    Test number
    469091968938
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass208,809 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    208,809 miles
    Test number
    536546639829
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail208,809 miles (+10,195)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,809 miles
    Test number
    806998666204
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass198,614 miles (+7,595)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    198,614 miles
    Test number
    318760888616
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  5. Pass191,019 miles (+7,140)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    191,019 miles
    Test number
    621411282335
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass183,879 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    183,879 miles
    Test number
    658633612097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front pin or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front pin or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail183,879 miles (+4,904)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,879 miles
    Test number
    936380461567
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front pin or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front pin or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass178,975 miles (+2,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    178,975 miles
    Test number
    158445928941
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass176,858 miles (+9,832)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    176,858 miles
    Test number
    547698650866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack/tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack/tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass167,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    167,026 miles
    Test number
    663731973980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail167,026 miles (+13,172)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,026 miles
    Test number
    869685667393
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass153,854 miles (+11,106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    153,854 miles
    Test number
    834665045872
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass142,748 miles (+2,440)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    142,748 miles
    Test number
    374841957910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass140,308 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    140,308 miles
    Test number
    513487813404
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low on tread on outer edges plus nail in off side
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail140,308 miles (+2,883)6 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,308 miles
    Test number
    184796216703
    • FailureFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking cooler (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing two (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing two (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low on tread on outer edges plus nail in off side
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass137,425 miles (+3,095)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    137,425 miles
    Test number
    547835815082
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres inside edges worn

  17. Pass134,330 miles (+3,650)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    134,330 miles
    Test number
    449141424052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass130,680 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    130,680 miles
    Test number
    136207113462
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail130,680 miles (+7,978)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,680 miles
    Test number
    885107713004
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass122,702 miles (+11,534)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    122,702 miles
    Test number
    135008912052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass111,168 miles (+13,636)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    111,168 miles
    Test number
    795325721009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass97,532 miles (+19,359)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    97,532 miles
    Test number
    904077620045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,173 miles (+13,047)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    78,173 miles
    Test number
    932505719021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass65,126 miles (+17,003)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    65,126 miles
    Test number
    511110038022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    48,123 miles
    Test number
    210750817010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 FPA

Does LB53 FPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 FPA is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 FPA?
The MOT on LB53 FPA is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 FPA done?
LB53 FPA was recorded at 215,573 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 8,851 miles a year.
Has LB53 FPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 FPA has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 FPA 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 LB53 FPA find?
LB53 FPA passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 10 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; front oil leak, but not excessive; front play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides, and 7 more.

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