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Volvo XC90

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,969 cc

S21 DPUMOT history

S21 DPU is a blue diesel Volvo XC90 first used on 31 Aug 2016. Its MOT is valid until 30 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 81,866 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

S21 DPU blue Volvo XC90 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo XC90, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Aug 2027
Mileage
81,866 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,643 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 DPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,969 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Aug 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 DPU was last recorded at 81,866 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,865 miles · 3 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,643 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,866 miles
  • 2025 – 73,931 miles
  • 2024 – 60,837 miles
  • 2023 – 50,140 miles
  • 2022 – 42,669 miles
  • 2021 – 35,931 miles
  • 2020 – 32,279 miles
  • 2019 – 28,294 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,866 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 1 Aug 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,866 miles (+1)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    81,866 miles
    Test number
    751427358347
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail81,865 miles (+7,934)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,865 miles
    Test number
    846991991437
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass73,931 miles (+13,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    73,931 miles
    Test number
    191570960433
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine has slight oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass60,837 miles (+10,697)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    60,837 miles
    Test number
    569153601842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass50,140 miles (+7,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    50,140 miles
    Test number
    519342105927
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass42,669 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    42,669 miles
    Test number
    244349342629
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  7. Fail42,668 miles (+6,737)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,668 miles
    Test number
    643678070184
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass35,931 miles (+3,652)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    35,931 miles
    Test number
    338858277692
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass32,279 miles (+3,985)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    32,279 miles
    Test number
    280040626480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass28,294 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    28,294 miles
    Test number
    760478274573
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about S21 DPU

Does S21 DPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 DPU is valid until 30 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 DPU?
The MOT on S21 DPU is valid until 30 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 DPU done?
S21 DPU was recorded at 81,866 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 7,643 miles a year.
Has S21 DPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 DPU has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S21 DPU 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 S21 DPU find?
S21 DPU passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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