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Volvo 900 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,316 cc

R57 XWLMOT history

R57 XWL is a blue petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 7 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 36 MOT tests, with 399,027 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
399,027 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
36
20 passed · 16 failed
Per year
10,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R57 XWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
900 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,316 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
7 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R57 XWL was last recorded at 399,027 miles on 15 May 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
399,011 miles · 2 May 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
10,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 399,027 miles
  • 2025 – 376,798 miles
  • 2024 – 352,958 miles
  • 2023 – 332,635 miles
  • 2022 – 308,120 miles
  • 2021 – 286,051 miles
  • 2019 – 284,358 miles
  • 2018 – 283,129 miles
  • 2017 – 281,061 miles
  • 2015 – 273,264 miles
  • 2014 – 269,057 miles
  • 2013 – 264,237 miles
  • 2012 – 249,909 miles
  • 2011 – 232,923 miles
  • 2010 – 224,265 miles
  • 2009 – 213,174 miles
  • 2008 – 203,932 miles
  • 2007 – 195,245 miles
  • 2006 – 184,927 miles
  • 2005 – 176,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass399,027 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside rear chassis corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

36 tests since 23 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass399,027 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    399,027 miles
    Test number
    897381274407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail399,011 miles (+22,213)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    399,011 miles
    Test number
    813741692546
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass376,798 miles (+585)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    376,798 miles
    Test number
    634586542838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail376,213 miles (+23,255)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    376,213 miles
    Test number
    150784855229
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass352,958 miles (+590)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    352,958 miles
    Test number
    212023730424
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail352,368 miles (+19,733)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    352,368 miles
    Test number
    768861887700
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass332,635 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    332,635 miles
    Test number
    941495651503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail332,613 miles (+24,493)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    332,613 miles
    Test number
    969920957561
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass308,120 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    308,120 miles
    Test number
    578254842771
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail308,108 miles (+22,057)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    308,108 miles
    Test number
    322106598857
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass286,051 miles (+1,693)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    286,051 miles
    Test number
    172277713946
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass284,358 miles (+16)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    284,358 miles
    Test number
    494970109171
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  13. Fail284,342 miles (+34)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    284,342 miles
    Test number
    846818652774
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  14. Fail284,308 miles (+1,179)8 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    284,308 miles
    Test number
    334344335699
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside, offside front. nearside, offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass283,129 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    283,129 miles
    Test number
    577767918801
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear chassis coroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail283,129 miles1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,129 miles
    Test number
    884294406544
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure and excessivley damaged (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front wheel arches
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail283,129 miles (+2,068)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,129 miles
    Test number
    289001331650
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure and excessivley damaged (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front wheel arches
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass281,061 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    281,061 miles
    Test number
    786429760113
    • AdvisoryAlarm unit insecure (bracket corroded o/s/f inner wheel arch)
    • AdvisoryBoth front indicators slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged but readable
    • AdvisoryN/s/r seat belt slightly frayed
    • AdvisoryProp shaft support bearing slightly worn
    • AdvisorySlight condensation in both rear light lenses
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion in n/s/f and o/s/f inner wheel arches
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  19. Fail281,061 miles (+7,797)10 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    281,061 miles
    Test number
    331898725116
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported rear exhaust box clamp loose. (7.1.1)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported rear exhaust box loose ( clamp loose) (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x 2 (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryAlarm unit insecure (bracket corroded o/s/f inner wheel arch)
    • AdvisoryBoth front indicators slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged but readable
    • AdvisoryN/s/r seat belt slightly frayed
    • AdvisoryProp shaft support bearing slightly worn
    • AdvisorySlight condensation in both rear light lenses
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion in n/s/f and o/s/f inner wheel arches
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  20. Pass273,264 miles (+4,207)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    273,264 miles
    Test number
    221670945846
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (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)
    • AdvisoryLeak around steering rack area
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  21. Pass269,057 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    269,057 miles
    Test number
    776903834292
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated and corroded

  22. Fail269,056 miles (+4,819)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,056 miles
    Test number
    335592134407
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated and corroded

  23. Pass264,237 miles (+14,328)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    264,237 miles
    Test number
    858128913261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades split
    • NoteRear differential worn/noisy

  24. Pass249,909 miles (+3)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    249,909 miles
    Test number
    519649892173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDiff noisy
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail249,906 miles (+16,983)4 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,906 miles
    Test number
    299598492104
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDiff noisy
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass232,923 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    232,923 miles
    Test number
    339128201487
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Fail232,923 miles (+8,658)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,923 miles
    Test number
    117017301258
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear heat sheild loose

  28. Pass224,265 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    224,265 miles
    Test number
    511495990122
    • NoteSuspension low on near side rear,near side front tyer wearing low

  29. Fail224,265 miles (+11,091)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,265 miles
    Test number
    941433090126
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSuspension low on near side rear,near side front tyer wearing low

  30. Pass213,174 miles (+9,242)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    213,174 miles
    Test number
    580371299183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass203,932 miles (+8,687)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    203,932 miles
    Test number
    691213118228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail195,245 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,245 miles
    Test number
    330905807234
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  33. Pass195,245 miles (+10,318)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    195,245 miles
    Test number
    601825007227
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  34. Pass184,927 miles (+8,455)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    184,927 miles
    Test number
    811367606253
    • NoteSlight cracking in both front flexible brake hoses
    • NoteSlight play in both steering rack inner joints

  35. Fail176,472 miles4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,472 miles
    Test number
    273434775185
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn to 2.00mm.

  36. Pass176,472 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    176,472 miles
    Test number
    612374775176
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn to 2.00mm.

Questions about R57 XWL

Does R57 XWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R57 XWL is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R57 XWL?
The MOT on R57 XWL is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R57 XWL done?
R57 XWL was recorded at 399,027 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 10,652 miles a year.
Has R57 XWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R57 XWL has failed 16 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2026.
Has the mileage on R57 XWL 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 R57 XWL find?
R57 XWL passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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