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Volvo V90

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,922 cc

P181 NLTMOT history

P181 NLT is a silver petrol Volvo V90 first used on 6 Mar 1997. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 195,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2023
Mileage
195,234 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2022
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
6,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P181 NLT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V90
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,922 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
6 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P181 NLT was last recorded at 195,234 miles on 28 Nov 2022, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 May 2011: 120,980 miles, lower than 128,279 miles on 28 Jan 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,229 miles · 24 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
6,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 195,234 miles
  • 2021 – 192,794 miles
  • 2020 – 191,030 miles
  • 2019 – 187,156 miles
  • 2018 – 181,147 miles
  • 2017 – 174,734 miles
  • 2016 – 166,278 miles
  • 2015 – 158,657 miles
  • 2014 – 151,798 miles
  • 2013 – 145,538 miles
  • 2012 – 138,462 miles
  • 2011 – 129,807 miles
  • 2010 – 119,339 miles
  • 2009 – 110,228 miles
  • 2008 – 98,926 miles
  • 2007 – 88,957 miles
  • 2006 – 79,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,234 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

33 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,234 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    195,234 miles
    Test number
    563196117573
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail195,229 miles (+2,435)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,229 miles
    Test number
    592512481344
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass192,794 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    192,794 miles
    Test number
    535670668033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play COLUMB (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail192,794 miles (+1,764)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,794 miles
    Test number
    908239451234
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play COLUMB (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass191,030 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    191,030 miles
    Test number
    845383277243
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear THIRD ROW SEAT BELTS NOT FULLY CHECKED [SEATS DOWN]

  6. Fail191,028 miles (+3,872)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,028 miles
    Test number
    790932303011
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear THIRD ROW SEAT BELTS NOT FULLY CHECKED [SEATS DOWN]

  7. Pass187,156 miles (+6,009)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    187,156 miles
    Test number
    840778167688
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened track control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn below 0.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack boot. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened track control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass181,147 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    181,147 miles
    Test number
    488503406637
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner rack ball joint creaking [dry joint or seizing?]
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  9. Fail181,146 miles (+6,412)5 failures1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,146 miles
    Test number
    353413671276
    • FailureEmissions not tested RPM sensor not reading (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner rack ball joint creaking [dry joint or seizing?]
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  10. Pass174,734 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    174,734 miles
    Test number
    996269638958
    • AdvisoryNearside Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak off engine

  11. Fail174,734 miles (+8,456)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,734 miles
    Test number
    205991428556
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended wishbone rear bush (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended wishbone rear bush (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak off engine

  12. Pass166,278 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    166,278 miles
    Test number
    355661964263
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps beam pattern poor.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail166,278 miles (+7,621)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,278 miles
    Test number
    803978399730
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps beam pattern poor.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass158,657 miles (+172)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    158,657 miles
    Test number
    829290325101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail158,485 miles (+6,687)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,485 miles
    Test number
    237677615181
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass151,798 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    151,798 miles
    Test number
    377515314152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail151,798 miles (+6,260)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,798 miles
    Test number
    439995714133
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass145,538 miles (+130)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    145,538 miles
    Test number
    426669903157
    • NoteOffside headlamp beam pattern poor

  19. Fail145,408 miles (+6,946)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,408 miles
    Test number
    319066403150
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside headlamp beam pattern poor

  20. Pass138,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    138,462 miles
    Test number
    485028612176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail138,462 miles (+8,655)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,462 miles
    Test number
    338756712112
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

  22. Pass129,807 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    129,807 miles
    Test number
    679025021149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  23. Fail120,980 miles (-7,299)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,980 miles
    Test number
    369655121130
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  24. Pass128,279 miles (+8,940)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    128,279 miles
    Test number
    619898121009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  25. Pass119,339 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    119,339 miles
    Test number
    234586830081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  26. Fail119,333 miles (+9,105)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,333 miles
    Test number
    921454130087
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  27. Pass110,228 miles (+11,302)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    110,228 miles
    Test number
    204046429083
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)
    • NoteFront number plate started to deteriorate

  28. Pass98,926 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    98,926 miles
    Test number
    591699728059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail98,925 miles (+9,968)4 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,925 miles
    Test number
    890908928014
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass88,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    88,957 miles
    Test number
    861920447014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail88,957 miles (+9,543)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,957 miles
    Test number
    950629537064
    • FailureNearside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  32. Pass79,414 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    79,414 miles
    Test number
    794128936083
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  33. Fail79,414 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,414 miles
    Test number
    742798836066
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about P181 NLT

Does P181 NLT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P181 NLT expired on 27 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P181 NLT?
The MOT on P181 NLT expired on 27 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P181 NLT done?
P181 NLT was recorded at 195,234 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2022, an average of 6,892 miles a year.
Has P181 NLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P181 NLT has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on P181 NLT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P181 NLT find?
P181 NLT passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside rear outer anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive.

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