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Volvo XC90

Gold · Diesel · 2003 · 2,401 cc

LL53 UBYMOT history

LL53 UBY is a gold diesel Volvo XC90 first used on 24 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 152,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
152,012 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 UBY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 UBY was last recorded at 152,012 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 8,811 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,201 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,811 miles
Average per year
6,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,012 miles
  • 2025 – 143,201 miles
  • 2024 – 133,089 miles
  • 2023 – 128,258 miles
  • 2022 – 124,919 miles
  • 2021 – 120,872 miles
  • 2020 – 115,162 miles
  • 2019 – 109,726 miles
  • 2018 – 102,766 miles
  • 2017 – 95,658 miles
  • 2016 – 90,049 miles
  • 2015 – 85,613 miles
  • 2014 – 80,208 miles
  • 2013 – 74,276 miles
  • 2012 – 68,920 miles
  • 2011 – 63,735 miles
  • 2010 – 58,502 miles
  • 2009 – 50,784 miles
  • 2008 – 44,244 miles
  • 2007 – 35,866 miles
  • 2006 – 26,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,012 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

32 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,012 miles (+8,811)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    152,012 miles
    Test number
    869467024783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass143,201 miles (+10,112)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    143,201 miles
    Test number
    773498448011
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass133,089 miles (+4,831)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    133,089 miles
    Test number
    619759695597
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass128,258 miles (+3,339)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    128,258 miles
    Test number
    390506003857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass124,919 miles (+312)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    124,919 miles
    Test number
    185862990307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail124,607 miles (+3,735)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,607 miles
    Test number
    158784997574
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass120,872 miles (+5,710)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    120,872 miles
    Test number
    774320038785
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  8. Pass115,162 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    115,162 miles
    Test number
    712617168650
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both lens slightly faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both lower (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower radius arm rod bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust casing has corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake performance just met requirements

  9. Fail115,162 miles (+5,436)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,162 miles
    Test number
    340613706055
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both lens slightly faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both lower (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower radius arm rod bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust casing has corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake performance just met requirements

  10. Pass109,726 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    109,726 miles
    Test number
    332624265458
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met minimum requirments
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer box outer casing corroded

  11. Fail109,726 miles (+6,960)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,726 miles
    Test number
    287944494638
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met minimum requirments
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer box outer casing corroded

  12. Pass102,766 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    102,766 miles
    Test number
    714403597178
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing thin on the outside edges
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail102,766 miles (+7,108)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,766 miles
    Test number
    878046257168
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both outer (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing thin on the outside edges
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass95,658 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    95,658 miles
    Test number
    215286276263
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail95,658 miles (+5,609)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,658 miles
    Test number
    698791635826
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass90,049 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    90,049 miles
    Test number
    327102245147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail90,049 miles (+4,436)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,049 miles
    Test number
    918846600185
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass85,613 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    85,613 miles
    Test number
    508608963425
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside inner tie rod has slight play

  19. Fail85,613 miles (+5,405)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,613 miles
    Test number
    121349117528
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside inner tie rod has slight play

  20. Pass80,208 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    80,208 miles
    Test number
    376192354224
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail80,208 miles (+5,932)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,208 miles
    Test number
    705282754219
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass74,276 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    74,276 miles
    Test number
    587445153284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail74,276 miles (+5,356)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,276 miles
    Test number
    889595153234
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass68,920 miles (+5,185)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    68,920 miles
    Test number
    226481942271
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass63,735 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    63,735 miles
    Test number
    646799041286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  26. Fail63,735 miles (+5,233)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,735 miles
    Test number
    725049841262
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  27. Pass58,502 miles (+7,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    58,502 miles
    Test number
    960176350247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass50,784 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    50,784 miles
    Test number
    271916049290
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Fail50,784 miles (+6,540)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,784 miles
    Test number
    501126249275
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Pass44,244 miles (+8,378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,244 miles
    Test number
    824389758248
    • AdvisoryFront Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  31. Pass35,866 miles (+8,964)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    35,866 miles
    Test number
    190839847236
    • NoteAdvise slight noise on steering column.

  32. Pass26,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    26,902 miles
    Test number
    513244056293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 UBY

Does LL53 UBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 UBY is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 UBY?
The MOT on LL53 UBY is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 UBY done?
LL53 UBY was recorded at 152,012 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 6,409 miles a year.
Has LL53 UBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 UBY has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LL53 UBY 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 LL53 UBY find?
LL53 UBY passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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