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Volvo XC90

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,521 cc

LE05 BOVMOT history

LE05 BOV is a black petrol Volvo XC90 first used on 31 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 118,901 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2025.

LE05 BOV black Volvo XC90 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo XC90, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Apr 2026
Mileage
118,901 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE05 BOV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE05 BOV was last recorded at 118,901 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 3,229 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,672 miles · 22 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
3,229 miles
Average per year
3,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,901 miles
  • 2024 – 115,672 miles
  • 2023 – 112,299 miles
  • 2022 – 109,455 miles
  • 2021 – 105,815 miles
  • 2020 – 102,978 miles
  • 2018 – 97,164 miles
  • 2017 – 90,907 miles
  • 2016 – 82,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,901 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,901 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    118,901 miles
    Test number
    681071518627
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail118,901 miles (+3,229)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,901 miles
    Test number
    507232881280
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass115,672 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    115,672 miles
    Test number
    248094489000
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension mounting worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail115,672 miles (+3,373)1 dangerous1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,672 miles
    Test number
    724527120240
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension mounting worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass112,299 miles (+2,844)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,299 miles
    Test number
    157692774341
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight lenses are deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tail light dim

  6. Pass109,455 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    109,455 miles
    Test number
    533165045710
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail109,455 miles (+358)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,455 miles
    Test number
    681935661504
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail109,097 miles (+3,282)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,097 miles
    Test number
    203359190356
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  9. Pass105,815 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    105,815 miles
    Test number
    569556076782
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass102,978 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,978 km
    Test number
    875625616673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNoise from steering

  11. Fail102,978 miles2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,978 miles
    Test number
    392541939184
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective broken seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity water in lamp (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNoise from steering

  12. Pass100,516 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    100,516 km
    Test number
    991614147741
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass97,164 miles (+6,257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    97,164 miles
    Test number
    160233135268
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both

  14. Pass90,907 miles (+8,451)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    90,907 miles
    Test number
    781690414756
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass82,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    82,456 miles
    Test number
    456519813345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,422 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    79,422 km
    Test number
    785793345076
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge

Questions about LE05 BOV

Does LE05 BOV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE05 BOV expired on 21 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE05 BOV?
The MOT on LE05 BOV expired on 21 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE05 BOV done?
LE05 BOV was recorded at 118,901 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 3,976 miles a year.
Has LE05 BOV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE05 BOV has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LE05 BOV 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 LE05 BOV find?
LE05 BOV passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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