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Volvo XC90

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,401 cc

LB53 OJXMOT history

LB53 OJX is a green diesel Volvo XC90 first used on 16 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 216,958 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2025
Mileage
216,958 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,791 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 OJX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 OJX was last recorded at 216,958 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 6,767 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Nov 2012: 83,255 miles, lower than 133,009 miles on 22 Nov 2011.

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
210,191 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,767 miles
Average per year
8,791 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 216,958 miles
  • 2024 – 210,191 miles
  • 2023 – 201,312 miles
  • 2022 – 193,061 miles
  • 2021 – 182,903 miles
  • 2020 – 174,327 miles
  • 2019 – 166,257 miles
  • 2018 – 154,598 miles
  • 2017 – 145,847 miles
  • 2016 – 133,895 miles
  • 2015 – 122,298 miles
  • 2014 – 109,997 miles
  • 2013 – 97,939 miles
  • 2012 – 83,255 miles
  • 2011 – 133,009 miles
  • 2010 – 118,287 miles
  • 2009 – 102,804 miles
  • 2008 – 85,253 miles
  • 2007 – 65,609 miles
  • 2006 – 48,825 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail216,958 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side bushes worn on rear axle front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail216,958 miles (+6,767)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,958 miles
    Test number
    642133938630
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side bushes worn on rear axle front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass210,191 miles (+8,879)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    210,191 miles
    Test number
    333908282299
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side bushes worn on rear axle front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass201,312 miles (+8,251)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    201,312 miles
    Test number
    576208194365
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side bushes worn on rear axle front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass193,061 miles (+10,158)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    193,061 miles
    Test number
    688566581285
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass182,903 miles (+82)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    182,903 miles
    Test number
    281880787304
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail182,821 miles (+8,494)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,821 miles
    Test number
    140710684487
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (1.6mm) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both and O,S,R cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass174,327 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    174,327 miles
    Test number
    836752594528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail174,190 miles (+7,933)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,190 miles
    Test number
    684404350057
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced no patterns (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working marker light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass166,257 miles (+11,659)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    166,257 miles
    Test number
    434401708865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass154,598 miles (+8,751)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    154,598 miles
    Test number
    808314172404
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass145,847 miles (+11,952)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    145,847 miles
    Test number
    746503997598
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass133,895 miles (+11,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    133,895 miles
    Test number
    599782996718
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass122,298 miles (+12,301)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    122,298 miles
    Test number
    939954822836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass109,997 miles (+12,058)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    109,997 miles
    Test number
    938894214309
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass97,939 miles (+14,684)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    97,939 miles
    Test number
    955262223372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass83,255 miles (-49,754)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    83,255 miles
    Test number
    949623432350
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail133,009 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,009 miles
    Test number
    207206021367
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass133,009 miles (+14,722)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    133,009 miles
    Test number
    267716221309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass118,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    118,287 miles
    Test number
    910718720315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail118,287 miles (+15,483)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,287 miles
    Test number
    402818520419
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass102,804 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    102,804 miles
    Test number
    401453529458
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Fail102,804 miles (+17,551)5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,804 miles
    Test number
    722683329332
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass85,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    85,253 miles
    Test number
    443445628334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail85,253 miles (+19,644)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,253 miles
    Test number
    394565728317
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteIdle uneven when reved up

  25. Pass65,609 miles (+16,784)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    65,609 miles
    Test number
    304093927315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass48,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    48,825 miles
    Test number
    211934906375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 OJX

Does LB53 OJX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 OJX expired on 29 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 OJX?
The MOT on LB53 OJX expired on 29 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 OJX done?
LB53 OJX was recorded at 216,958 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 8,791 miles a year.
Has LB53 OJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 OJX has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 OJX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Nov 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 OJX find?
LB53 OJX failed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 5 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside front position lamp not working; nearside rear wheel bearing has excessive play, and 5 more.

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