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Volvo XC90

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 3,192 cc

LB56 GXUMOT history

LB56 GXU is a silver petrol Volvo XC90 first used on 5 Jan 2007. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2026 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 189,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2026
Mileage
189,652 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2025
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
10,607 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 GXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,192 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
5 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 GXU was last recorded at 189,652 miles on 28 Apr 2025, 696 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,956 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
696 miles
Average per year
10,607 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 189,652 miles
  • 2024 – 168,308 miles
  • 2023 – 147,035 miles
  • 2022 – 113,033 miles
  • 2021 – 96,233 miles
  • 2020 – 91,285 miles
  • 2019 – 90,627 miles
  • 2018 – 80,706 miles
  • 2017 – 71,174 miles
  • 2016 – 65,041 miles
  • 2015 – 55,970 miles
  • 2013 – 50,760 miles
  • 2012 – 46,292 miles
  • 2011 – 40,963 miles
  • 2010 – 33,602 miles
  • 2009 – 26,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,652 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak rear differential area

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.

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,652 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    189,652 miles
    Test number
    495193245549
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak rear differential area

  2. Fail189,652 miles (+696)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,652 miles
    Test number
    398178779063
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak rear differential area

  3. Fail188,956 miles (+20,648)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,956 miles
    Test number
    811255653600
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Front both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff is Leaking
    • AdvisoryVehicle has Corrosion underneath

  4. Pass168,308 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    168,308 miles
    Test number
    123896518856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail168,306 miles (+21,271)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,306 miles
    Test number
    708294096135
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass147,035 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    147,035 miles
    Test number
    765468520917
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail147,033 miles (+34,000)1 dangerous3 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,033 miles
    Test number
    297398605885
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass113,033 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    113,033 miles
    Test number
    539489402972
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail113,032 miles (+16,799)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,032 miles
    Test number
    990324293737
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass96,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,233 miles
    Test number
    365743498238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail96,233 miles (+4,948)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,233 miles
    Test number
    205334530137
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  12. Pass91,285 miles (+658)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,285 miles
    Test number
    335647429964
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Fail90,627 miles (+9,921)1 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,627 miles
    Test number
    306969007804
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass80,706 miles (+9,532)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,706 miles
    Test number
    421469605085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,174 miles (+6,133)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    71,174 miles
    Test number
    842362992638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,041 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    65,041 miles
    Test number
    108947081640
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNear side and offside rear baby seats fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belts
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  17. Fail65,041 miles (+9,071)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,041 miles
    Test number
    846485627628
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNear side and offside rear baby seats fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belts
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  18. Pass55,970 miles (+5,210)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    55,970 miles
    Test number
    825659705007
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass50,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    50,760 miles
    Test number
    618328933362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,760 miles (+4,468)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,760 miles
    Test number
    827057833397
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass46,292 miles (+5,329)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    46,292 miles
    Test number
    355804952344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,963 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    40,963 miles
    Test number
    638894961338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,776 miles (+7,174)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,776 miles
    Test number
    155297251393
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  24. Fail33,602 miles1 dangerous2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,602 miles
    Test number
    573533930383
    • DangerousNail in offside front tyre
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear Brake disc(s) pitted

  25. Pass33,602 miles (+7,387)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    33,602 miles
    Test number
    764453130317
    • DangerousNail in offside front tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear Brake disc(s) pitted

  26. Pass26,215 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    26,215 miles
    Test number
    444684639305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB56 GXU

Does LB56 GXU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 GXU expired on 2 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 GXU?
The MOT on LB56 GXU expired on 2 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 GXU done?
LB56 GXU was recorded at 189,652 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2025, an average of 10,607 miles a year.
Has LB56 GXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 GXU has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 GXU 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 LB56 GXU find?
LB56 GXU passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear towball/hitch not fitted at time of test; slight oil leak rear differential area.

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