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Volvo XC90

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,401 cc

N5 PHJMOT history

N5 PHJ is a black diesel Volvo XC90 first used on 15 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 243,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
243,765 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 PHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

N5 PHJ was last recorded at 243,765 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 15,341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
228,424 miles · 15 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
15,341 miles
Average per year
11,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 243,765 miles
  • 2024 – 228,424 miles
  • 2023 – 221,268 miles
  • 2022 – 205,996 miles
  • 2021 – 186,666 miles
  • 2020 – 175,141 miles
  • 2019 – 159,175 miles
  • 2018 – 145,028 miles
  • 2017 – 129,730 miles
  • 2016 – 119,985 miles
  • 2015 – 113,894 miles
  • 2014 – 105,746 miles
  • 2013 – 98,682 miles
  • 2012 – 91,160 miles
  • 2011 – 82,552 miles
  • 2010 – 64,893 miles
  • 2009 – 49,181 miles
  • 2008 – 33,348 miles
  • 2007 – 28,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass243,765 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass243,765 miles (+15,341)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    243,765 miles
    Test number
    922062383498
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass228,424 miles (+7,156)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    228,424 miles
    Test number
    389803406218
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  3. Pass221,268 miles (+15,272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    221,268 miles
    Test number
    874543030185
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass205,996 miles (+19,330)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    205,996 miles
    Test number
    518818022872
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass186,666 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    186,666 miles
    Test number
    895465091247
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail186,666 miles (+11,525)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,666 miles
    Test number
    343590581109
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass175,141 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    175,141 miles
    Test number
    470435781889
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail175,137 miles (+15,962)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,137 miles
    Test number
    203293329878
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass159,175 miles (+14,147)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    159,175 miles
    Test number
    391605314312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass145,028 miles (+15,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    145,028 miles
    Test number
    233308316821
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass129,730 miles (+9,745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    129,730 miles
    Test number
    135993657468
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass119,985 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    119,985 miles
    Test number
    850572107832
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail119,961 miles (+6,067)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,961 miles
    Test number
    403708603447
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass113,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    113,894 miles
    Test number
    313809097521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail113,894 miles (+8,148)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,894 miles
    Test number
    931371778066
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass105,746 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    105,746 miles
    Test number
    138587214399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail105,731 miles (+7,049)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,731 miles
    Test number
    256604114322
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • NoteOffside front position lamp flickering

  18. Pass98,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    98,682 miles
    Test number
    819262913399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail98,682 miles (+7,522)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,682 miles
    Test number
    725840913382
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass91,160 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    91,160 miles
    Test number
    526871702365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail91,143 miles (+8,591)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,143 miles
    Test number
    996228492292
    • DangerousRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass82,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    82,552 miles
    Test number
    367140721344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail82,552 miles (+5,419)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,552 miles
    Test number
    496680421358
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass77,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    77,133 miles
    Test number
    895724511035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail77,133 miles (+12,240)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,133 miles
    Test number
    267203111010
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass64,893 miles (+15,712)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    64,893 miles
    Test number
    803208020023
    • 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)

  27. Pass49,181 miles (+15,833)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    49,181 miles
    Test number
    853302519091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,348 miles (+4,434)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    33,348 miles
    Test number
    104045238407
    • NoteNearside front tyre 2.2mm
    • NoteOffside front tyre 3mm

  29. Pass28,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    28,914 miles
    Test number
    950030687013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N5 PHJ

Does N5 PHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N5 PHJ is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on N5 PHJ?
The MOT on N5 PHJ is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N5 PHJ done?
N5 PHJ was recorded at 243,765 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 11,485 miles a year.
Has N5 PHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 PHJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on N5 PHJ 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 PHJ find?
N5 PHJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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