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Volvo XC90

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,401 cc

N5 OTUMOT history

N5 OTU is a grey diesel Volvo XC90 first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2024 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 155,922 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2024.

N5 OTU grey Volvo XC90 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo XC90, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2024
Mileage
155,922 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2024
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 OTU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

N5 OTU was last recorded at 155,922 miles on 8 Oct 2024, 5,156 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,766 miles · 12 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
5,156 miles
Average per year
8,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 155,922 miles
  • 2023 – 150,766 miles
  • 2022 – 147,291 miles
  • 2021 – 144,532 miles
  • 2020 – 138,930 miles
  • 2019 – 132,974 miles
  • 2018 – 120,584 miles
  • 2017 – 104,043 miles
  • 2014 – 95,793 miles
  • 2013 – 81,415 miles
  • 2012 – 67,716 miles
  • 2011 – 55,421 miles
  • 2010 – 42,549 miles
  • 2009 – 32,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail155,922 miles
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/60/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear low cannot fully inspect (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light broken
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp washers inop
  • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • N/s/f fog light glass broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • All brake discs have corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front bush deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Plastic undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail155,922 miles (+5,156)1 major4 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,922 miles
    Test number
    919639451922
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/60/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear low cannot fully inspect (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp washers inop
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose
  2. Pass150,766 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    150,766 miles
    Test number
    797085659604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog light glass broken
  3. Fail150,765 miles (+3,474)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,765 miles
    Test number
    623776136388
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog light glass broken
  4. Pass147,291 miles (+2,759)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    147,291 miles
    Test number
    567887641695
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass144,532 miles (+5,602)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    144,532 miles
    Test number
    452899897425
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass138,930 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    138,930 miles
    Test number
    653827888247
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs have corrosion
  7. Fail138,929 miles (+5,955)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,929 miles
    Test number
    710029114089
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs have corrosion
  8. Pass132,974 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    132,974 miles
    Test number
    494052603830
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s/f steering tie rod
  9. Fail132,974 miles (+12,390)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,974 miles
    Test number
    131426487165
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s/f steering tie rod
  10. Pass120,584 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    120,584 miles
    Test number
    535578295058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays fitted
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  11. Fail120,583 miles (+16,540)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,583 miles
    Test number
    612084938151
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Badly worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Steering arm inner ball joint
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays fitted
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  12. Pass104,043 miles (+8,250)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    104,043 miles
    Test number
    644499437822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass95,793 miles (+14,378)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    95,793 miles
    Test number
    819913904350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail81,415 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,415 miles
    Test number
    249552793213
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  15. Pass81,415 miles (+13,699)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    81,415 miles
    Test number
    389502293474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,716 miles (+12,295)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    67,716 miles
    Test number
    178545212395
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  17. Pass55,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,421 miles
    Test number
    346170401336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,421 miles (+12,872)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,421 miles
    Test number
    966300801377
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNearside rear sidelight not working x1 bulb vehicle has 2 bulbs on each side
  19. Pass42,549 miles (+10,488)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    42,549 miles
    Test number
    614487060200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    32,061 miles
    Test number
    500642379219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N5 OTU

Does N5 OTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N5 OTU expired on 12 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N5 OTU?
The MOT on N5 OTU expired on 12 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N5 OTU done?
N5 OTU was recorded at 155,922 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2024, an average of 8,243 miles a year.
Has N5 OTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 OTU has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on N5 OTU 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 N5 OTU find?
N5 OTU failed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2024 with 1 major defect, 4 minor defects and 11 advisories: offside rear tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/60/18; nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 13 more.

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