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Volvo V70

Green · Diesel · 2004 · 2,401 cc

LS54 DSUMOT history

LS54 DSU is a green diesel Volvo V70 first used on 9 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 201,250 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

LS54 DSU green Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
201,250 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
7,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 DSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 DSU was last recorded at 201,250 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 4,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,334 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,916 miles
Average per year
7,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 201,250 miles
  • 2025 – 196,334 miles
  • 2024 – 192,800 miles
  • 2023 – 188,502 miles
  • 2022 – 184,492 miles
  • 2021 – 180,308 miles
  • 2020 – 177,859 miles
  • 2019 – 170,137 miles
  • 2018 – 163,039 miles
  • 2017 – 156,001 miles
  • 2016 – 150,598 miles
  • 2015 – 145,211 miles
  • 2014 – 140,665 miles
  • 2013 – 129,213 miles
  • 2012 – 118,717 miles
  • 2011 – 107,240 miles
  • 2010 – 91,589 miles
  • 2009 – 76,798 miles
  • 2008 – 64,227 miles
  • 2007 – 51,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,250 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major6 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

34 tests since 15 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,250 miles (+4,916)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    201,250 miles
    Test number
    777863359650
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass196,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    196,334 miles
    Test number
    913205088897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail196,334 miles (+3,534)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,334 miles
    Test number
    578966259155
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass192,800 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    192,800 miles
    Test number
    509093309244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail192,800 miles (+4,298)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,800 miles
    Test number
    703830837472
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass188,502 miles (+4,010)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    188,502 miles
    Test number
    814734145838
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass184,492 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    184,492 miles
    Test number
    156065515794
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail184,492 miles (+4,184)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,492 miles
    Test number
    716432753833
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass180,308 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    180,308 miles
    Test number
    904064081545
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Fail180,308 miles (+2,449)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,308 miles
    Test number
    731595628077
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass177,859 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    177,859 miles
    Test number
    236594981353
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail177,859 miles (+7,722)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,859 miles
    Test number
    255846930295
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass170,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    170,137 miles
    Test number
    203207694597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail170,137 miles (+7,098)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,137 miles
    Test number
    739499209451
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass163,039 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    163,039 miles
    Test number
    950087260238
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre sidewall has cuts not deep enough to reach ply or cords

  16. Fail163,039 miles (+7,038)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,039 miles
    Test number
    533978522527
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre sidewall has cuts not deep enough to reach ply or cords

  17. Pass156,001 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    156,001 miles
    Test number
    584221721185
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front fexi-pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Fail156,001 miles (+5,403)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,001 miles
    Test number
    593151962322
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed wall damaged (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front fexi-pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass150,598 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    150,598 miles
    Test number
    957927774656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps cloudy-could do with polishing

  20. Fail150,598 miles (+5,387)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,598 miles
    Test number
    777307225156
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps cloudy-could do with polishing

  21. Pass145,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    145,211 miles
    Test number
    605606255025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail145,211 miles (+4,546)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,211 miles
    Test number
    705716255051
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass140,665 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    140,665 miles
    Test number
    817384464063
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to wear on the inner edge

  24. Fail140,665 miles (+11,452)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,665 miles
    Test number
    276234064042
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to wear on the inner edge

  25. Pass129,213 miles (+37)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    129,213 miles
    Test number
    556618353053
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHigh handbrake travel.

  26. Fail129,176 miles (+10,459)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,176 miles
    Test number
    368477353015
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHigh handbrake travel.

  27. Pass118,717 miles (+11,477)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    118,717 miles
    Test number
    279272652013
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f outer side marker light not working.

  28. Pass107,240 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    107,240 miles
    Test number
    189377841435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/r and n/s/r tyres wearing badly on inner edge

  29. Fail107,240 miles (+15,651)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,240 miles
    Test number
    837567741004
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/r and n/s/r tyres wearing badly on inner edge

  30. Pass91,589 miles (+14,791)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    91,589 miles
    Test number
    273005970094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass76,798 miles (+12,571)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    76,798 miles
    Test number
    651611679035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass64,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    64,227 miles
    Test number
    903087308132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail64,227 miles (+12,501)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,227 miles
    Test number
    612487508180
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass51,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    51,726 miles
    Test number
    702676467142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS54 DSU

Does LS54 DSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS54 DSU is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS54 DSU?
The MOT on LS54 DSU is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS54 DSU done?
LS54 DSU was recorded at 201,250 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 7,982 miles a year.
Has LS54 DSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 DSU has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LS54 DSU 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 LS54 DSU find?
LS54 DSU passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; rear windscreen wiper blade defective, and 4 more.

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