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Volvo V70

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,401 cc

LB53 NXLMOT history

LB53 NXL is a blue diesel Volvo V70 first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 226,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
226,252 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
11,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 NXL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 NXL was last recorded at 226,252 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 7,751 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,501 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,751 miles
Average per year
11,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 226,252 miles
  • 2024 – 218,501 miles
  • 2023 – 212,185 miles
  • 2022 – 206,540 miles
  • 2021 – 198,438 miles
  • 2020 – 193,313 miles
  • 2019 – 182,968 miles
  • 2018 – 165,214 miles
  • 2017 – 148,267 miles
  • 2016 – 130,281 miles
  • 2015 – 108,937 miles
  • 2014 – 98,007 miles
  • 2013 – 87,612 miles
  • 2012 – 76,498 miles
  • 2011 – 65,220 miles
  • 2010 – 53,638 miles
  • 2009 – 42,525 miles
  • 2008 – 31,718 miles
  • 2007 – 21,208 miles
  • 2006 – 13,744 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass226,252 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 19 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass226,252 miles (+7,751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    226,252 miles
    Test number
    555234362489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass218,501 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    218,501 miles
    Test number
    855188760132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail218,499 miles (+6,314)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,499 miles
    Test number
    854860394131
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass212,185 miles (+141)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    212,185 miles
    Test number
    126743833212
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Fail212,044 miles (+191)1 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,044 miles
    Test number
    247414081492
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Fail211,853 miles (+5,313)1 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,853 miles
    Test number
    274434866143
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass206,540 miles (+53)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    206,540 miles
    Test number
    905868229469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail206,487 miles (+8,049)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,487 miles
    Test number
    721954325910
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass198,438 miles (+5,125)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    198,438 miles
    Test number
    790531752577
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear park brake preformance low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUpper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  10. Pass193,313 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    193,313 miles
    Test number
    131167371721
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Fail193,312 miles (+10,344)1 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,312 miles
    Test number
    786969964590
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT WISHBONE BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT WISHBONE BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass182,968 miles (+17,754)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    182,968 miles
    Test number
    117670750736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass165,214 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    165,214 miles
    Test number
    233603067929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail165,171 miles (+16,904)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,171 miles
    Test number
    574704058055
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass148,267 miles (+1,747)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    148,267 miles
    Test number
    650710000537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim outside rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering lock stop deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering lock stop deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  16. Fail146,520 miles (+16,239)1 dangerous3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,520 miles
    Test number
    459639628015
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass130,281 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    130,281 miles
    Test number
    160685588997
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear one exhaust mount broken

  18. Fail130,281 miles (+21,344)2 failures3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,281 miles
    Test number
    359031854541
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear one exhaust mount broken

  19. Pass108,937 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    108,937 miles
    Test number
    885457561498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber has reduced damping effect
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber has reduced damping effect
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Fail108,956 miles (+10,949)1 dangerous3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,956 miles
    Test number
    541922026607
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber has reduced damping effect
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber has reduced damping effect
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass98,007 miles (+10,395)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    98,007 miles
    Test number
    319347294273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail87,612 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,612 miles
    Test number
    595960843300
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass87,612 miles (+11,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    87,612 miles
    Test number
    666920943359
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass76,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    76,498 miles
    Test number
    687589842386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail76,498 miles (+11,278)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,498 miles
    Test number
    277949942388
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  26. Fail65,220 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,220 miles
    Test number
    449449731492
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass65,220 miles (+11,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    65,220 miles
    Test number
    588469431356
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass53,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    53,638 miles
    Test number
    610327240322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail53,638 miles (+11,113)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,638 miles
    Test number
    563167330338
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass42,525 miles (+10,807)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    42,525 miles
    Test number
    523446639369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass31,718 miles (+10,510)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    31,718 miles
    Test number
    864233358325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass21,208 miles (+7,464)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    21,208 miles
    Test number
    460458137301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass13,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    13,744 miles
    Test number
    473553556328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 NXL

Does LB53 NXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 NXL is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 NXL?
The MOT on LB53 NXL is valid until 3 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 NXL done?
LB53 NXL was recorded at 226,252 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 11,221 miles a year.
Has LB53 NXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 NXL has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 NXL 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 NXL find?
LB53 NXL passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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