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Volvo XC90

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 2,401 cc

ROY 478MOT history

ROY 478 is a red diesel Volvo XC90 first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 118,261 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

ROY 478 red Volvo XC90 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo XC90, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
118,261 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ROY 478
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

ROY 478 was last recorded at 118,261 miles on 10 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Sept 2026: 118,261 miles, lower than 118,263 miles on 9 Sept 2026.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
118,263 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Average per year
5,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,261 miles
  • 2025 – 113,623 miles
  • 2024 – 109,673 miles
  • 2023 – 105,089 miles
  • 2022 – 99,548 miles
  • 2021 – 95,018 miles
  • 2020 – 90,230 miles
  • 2019 – 86,269 miles
  • 2018 – 80,881 miles
  • 2017 – 74,869 miles
  • 2016 – 67,262 miles
  • 2015 – 58,822 miles
  • 2014 – 51,914 miles
  • 2013 – 45,016 miles
  • 2012 – 37,134 miles
  • 2011 – 28,239 miles
  • 2010 – 19,360 miles
  • 2009 – 15,376 miles
  • 2008 – 14,039 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,261 miles
  • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened friction surfaces corroded both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear suspension components and prescribed areas heavily corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,261 miles (-2)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    118,261 miles
    Test number
    987082642945
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened friction surfaces corroded both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear suspension components and prescribed areas heavily corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail118,263 miles (+4,640)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,263 miles
    Test number
    925402527815
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened friction surfaces corroded both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened friction surfaces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear suspension components and prescribed areas heavily corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass113,623 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    113,623 miles
    Test number
    847943913938
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail113,623 miles (+3,950)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,623 miles
    Test number
    851614752315
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass109,673 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    109,673 miles
    Test number
    162007345213
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  6. Fail109,669 miles (+4,580)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,669 miles
    Test number
    118587363288
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  7. Pass105,089 miles (+5,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    105,089 miles
    Test number
    191418786735
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass99,548 miles (+195)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,548 miles
    Test number
    495393882065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail99,353 miles (+4,335)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,353 miles
    Test number
    222930567875
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass95,018 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    95,018 miles
    Test number
    860655571382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Fail95,018 miles (+4,788)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,018 miles
    Test number
    140777288624
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  12. Pass90,230 miles (+3,961)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,230 miles
    Test number
    330170454669
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass86,269 miles (+5,388)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    86,269 miles
    Test number
    485156642953
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass80,881 miles (+6,012)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    80,881 miles
    Test number
    635068043043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair handbrake system. (1.2.1 (c))

  15. Pass74,869 miles (+7,607)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    74,869 miles
    Test number
    809684618167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  16. Pass67,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    67,262 miles
    Test number
    855917891984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail67,262 miles (+8,440)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,262 miles
    Test number
    304175630045
    • Repaired at testNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass58,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    58,822 miles
    Test number
    978090621471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail58,820 miles (+6,906)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,820 miles
    Test number
    110559568350
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  20. Pass51,914 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,914 miles
    Test number
    706814744265
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail51,914 miles (+6,898)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,914 miles
    Test number
    518044244264
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass45,016 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    45,016 miles
    Test number
    176722043200
    • 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)

  23. Fail45,016 miles (+7,882)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,016 miles
    Test number
    726492043281
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • 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)

  24. Pass37,134 miles (+8,895)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    37,134 miles
    Test number
    167978242264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,239 miles (+8,879)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    28,239 miles
    Test number
    518883341210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,360 miles (+3,984)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    19,360 miles
    Test number
    340894140449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass15,376 miles (+1,337)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    15,376 miles
    Test number
    494604849293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass14,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    14,039 miles
    Test number
    310740348255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about ROY 478

What vehicle is registration ROY 478 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ROY 478 on a red diesel Volvo XC90 first used on 1 Sept 2005. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does ROY 478 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on ROY 478 is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on ROY 478?
The MOT on ROY 478 is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has ROY 478 done?
ROY 478 was recorded at 118,261 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 5,778 miles a year.
Has ROY 478 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ROY 478 has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on ROY 478 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Sept 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on ROY 478 find?
ROY 478 passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: central front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened friction surfaces corroded both sides; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded at rear, and 5 more.

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