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Volvo C30

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,560 cc

LS53 FLYMOT history

LS53 FLY is a black diesel Volvo C30 first used on 30 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 126,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

LS53 FLY black Volvo C30 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo C30, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
126,928 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,531 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 FLY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C30
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 FLY was last recorded at 126,928 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 8,875 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,053 miles · 11 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,875 miles
Average per year
6,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,928 miles
  • 2025 – 118,053 miles
  • 2024 – 106,279 miles
  • 2023 – 99,901 miles
  • 2022 – 97,792 miles
  • 2021 – 96,927 miles
  • 2020 – 95,942 miles
  • 2019 – 93,820 miles
  • 2017 – 88,813 miles
  • 2016 – 80,610 miles
  • 2015 – 72,881 miles
  • 2014 – 63,172 miles
  • 2013 – 53,906 miles
  • 2012 – 41,507 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,928 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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 Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,928 miles (+8,875)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    126,928 miles
    Test number
    223157519812
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass118,053 miles (+11,774)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    118,053 miles
    Test number
    236934757903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass106,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,279 miles
    Test number
    114533424171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail106,277 miles (+6,376)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,277 miles
    Test number
    962410373223
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

  5. Pass99,901 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,901 miles
    Test number
    357405771674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail99,881 miles (+2,089)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,881 miles
    Test number
    457481809154
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass97,792 miles (+865)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    97,792 miles
    Test number
    914688501509
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass96,927 miles (+985)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,927 miles
    Test number
    718971685754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass95,942 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,942 miles
    Test number
    219866951274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail95,940 miles (+2,120)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,940 miles
    Test number
    757561989843
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass93,820 miles (+5,007)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    93,820 miles
    Test number
    746096139216
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass88,813 miles (+8,203)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    88,813 miles
    Test number
    488138025850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,610 miles (+7,729)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    80,610 miles
    Test number
    828666127534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,881 miles (+9,709)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    72,881 miles
    Test number
    965009183320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,172 miles (+9,266)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    63,172 miles
    Test number
    315743654347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,906 miles (+12,399)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    53,906 miles
    Test number
    576114663368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,507 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    41,507 miles
    Test number
    117803542364
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LS53 FLY

Does LS53 FLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 FLY is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 FLY?
The MOT on LS53 FLY is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 FLY done?
LS53 FLY was recorded at 126,928 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 6,531 miles a year.
Has LS53 FLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 FLY has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LS53 FLY 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 LS53 FLY find?
LS53 FLY passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 1 more.

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