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Volvo XC90

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,922 cc

LS53 THZMOT history

LS53 THZ is a silver petrol Volvo XC90 first used on 19 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 136,006 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
136,006 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 THZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,922 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 THZ was last recorded at 136,006 miles on 19 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jan 2022: 136,006 miles, lower than 136,674 miles on 1 Feb 2021.

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
136,674 miles · 1 Feb 2021
Average per year
8,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 136,006 miles
  • 2021 – 136,674 miles
  • 2020 – 116,696 miles
  • 2019 – 103,398 miles
  • 2018 – 92,202 miles
  • 2017 – 82,908 miles
  • 2016 – 72,298 miles
  • 2015 – 72,294 miles
  • 2014 – 62,933 miles
  • 2013 – 48,866 miles
  • 2012 – 38,063 miles
  • 2011 – 33,030 miles
  • 2010 – 25,257 miles
  • 2009 – 21,306 miles
  • 2008 – 17,883 miles
  • 2007 – 11,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,006 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,006 miles (-668)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    136,006 miles
    Test number
    474184217352
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass136,674 miles (+10,066)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    136,674 miles
    Test number
    250401300728
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trai;img arm and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail126,608 miles (+9,912)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,608 miles
    Test number
    219142069862
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass116,696 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    116,696 miles
    Test number
    858834295778
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail116,696 miles (+13,298)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,696 miles
    Test number
    615443604090
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass103,398 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    103,398 miles
    Test number
    236455938661
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  7. Fail103,397 miles (+11,195)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,397 miles
    Test number
    321433595229
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  8. Pass92,202 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    92,202 miles
    Test number
    989327784593
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail92,199 miles (+9,291)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,199 miles
    Test number
    163459065146
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Both sides (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass82,908 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    82,908 miles
    Test number
    239098540671
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail82,908 miles (+10,610)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,908 miles
    Test number
    996876571851
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass72,298 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    72,298 miles
    Test number
    671693623881
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre heavily worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre heavily worn on inner edge

  13. Fail72,294 miles (+9,361)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,294 miles
    Test number
    201072282727
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing second row (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre heavily worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre heavily worn on inner edge

  14. Pass62,933 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    62,933 miles
    Test number
    698615064300
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NotePower Steering pipe not located properly

  15. Fail62,933 miles (+14,067)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,933 miles
    Test number
    537290154370
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively damaged (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass48,866 miles (+10,803)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    48,866 miles
    Test number
    427781533332
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust system rusty
    • NotePower steering fluid below maximum level

  17. Pass38,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    38,063 miles
    Test number
    608245332320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,063 miles (+5,033)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,063 miles
    Test number
    539013432370
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass33,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    33,030 miles
    Test number
    437590551476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,030 miles (+5,036)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,030 miles
    Test number
    228330751320
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass27,994 miles (+2,737)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    27,994 miles
    Test number
    588015911057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    25,257 miles
    Test number
    494528410070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail25,257 miles (+3,951)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,257 miles
    Test number
    482758110006
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass21,306 miles (+3,423)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    21,306 miles
    Test number
    131637819045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,883 miles (+6,044)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    17,883 miles
    Test number
    940768318044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass11,839 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    11,839 miles
    Test number
    561368707023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS53 THZ

Does LS53 THZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 THZ expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 THZ?
The MOT on LS53 THZ expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 THZ done?
LS53 THZ was recorded at 136,006 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2022, an average of 8,261 miles a year.
Has LS53 THZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 THZ has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LS53 THZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jan 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS53 THZ find?
LS53 THZ passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge, and 3 more.

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