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Volvo XC90

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,401 cc

T9 BBLMOT history

T9 BBL is a blue diesel Volvo XC90 first used on 30 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 170,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
170,268 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T9 BBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T9 BBL was last recorded at 170,268 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 9,289 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,979 miles · 21 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
9,289 miles
Average per year
7,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 170,268 miles
  • 2024 – 160,979 miles
  • 2023 – 149,282 miles
  • 2022 – 138,069 miles
  • 2021 – 131,010 miles
  • 2020 – 128,114 miles
  • 2019 – 122,007 miles
  • 2018 – 114,557 miles
  • 2017 – 104,897 miles
  • 2016 – 95,391 miles
  • 2015 – 88,626 miles
  • 2014 – 82,971 miles
  • 2013 – 74,196 miles
  • 2012 – 69,455 miles
  • 2011 – 62,453 miles
  • 2010 – 56,034 miles
  • 2009 – 49,836 miles
  • 2007 – 34,099 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,268 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,268 miles (+9,289)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    170,268 miles
    Test number
    191525629727
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass160,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    160,979 miles
    Test number
    700748302131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail160,979 miles (+11,697)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,979 miles
    Test number
    240467079799
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass149,282 miles (+234)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    149,282 miles
    Test number
    484596581930
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail149,048 miles (+10,979)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,048 miles
    Test number
    423709309164
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass138,069 miles (+7,059)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    138,069 miles
    Test number
    707335546914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass131,010 miles (+2,896)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    131,010 miles
    Test number
    889808535129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTow bar socket not checked
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  8. Pass128,114 miles (+6,107)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    128,114 miles
    Test number
    986477987094
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam images poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPark brake requirements just met

  9. Pass122,007 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,007 miles
    Test number
    459473790541
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective clouding (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective clouding (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met efficiency

  10. Fail122,007 miles (+7,450)1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,007 miles
    Test number
    251176677574
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective clouding (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective clouding (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met efficiency

  11. Pass114,557 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    114,557 miles
    Test number
    266111719570
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail114,557 miles (+9,660)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,557 miles
    Test number
    547689446216
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass104,897 miles (+9,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    104,897 miles
    Test number
    780215228722
    • AdvisoryFuel tank cell damp

  14. Pass95,391 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    95,391 miles
    Test number
    415523864811
    • AdvisoryParking brake just passed at 16%

  15. Fail95,391 miles (+6,765)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,391 miles
    Test number
    488016066162
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some parts
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass88,626 miles (+5,655)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    88,626 miles
    Test number
    447663473475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,971 miles (+8,775)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    82,971 miles
    Test number
    509040734309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail74,196 miles2 repaired2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,196 miles
    Test number
    667869723383
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAnti-skid service message displayed on dash
    • NoteBoth front headlamps starting to tarnish
    • NoteBoth front wishbone bushes starting to split
    • NoteMinor chips in swept area
    • NoteMovement in offside front inner steering rack rod
    • NoteOffside front side marker bulp inop
    • NoteRear exhaust centre mount 50% broken. exhaust secure at time of test

  19. Pass74,196 miles (+4,741)2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    74,196 miles
    Test number
    797749823370
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAnti-skid service message displayed on dash
    • NoteBoth front headlamps starting to tarnish
    • NoteBoth front wishbone bushes starting to split
    • NoteMinor chips in swept area
    • NoteMovement in offside front inner steering rack rod
    • NoteOffside front side marker bulp inop
    • NoteRear exhaust centre mount 50% broken. exhaust secure at time of test

  20. Pass69,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    69,455 miles
    Test number
    429992852422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail69,455 miles (+7,002)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,455 miles
    Test number
    938122552353
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass62,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    62,453 miles
    Test number
    678649131373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail62,453 miles (+6,419)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,453 miles
    Test number
    605489331397
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  24. Pass56,034 miles (+6,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    56,034 miles
    Test number
    193552340387
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass49,836 miles (+6,284)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    49,836 miles
    Test number
    440915459359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,552 miles (+9,453)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    43,552 miles
    Test number
    563968029071
    • NoteNS wiper blade worn
    • NoteNSR brake disc slightly corroded

  27. Pass34,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    34,099 miles
    Test number
    303826947392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T9 BBL

Does T9 BBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T9 BBL is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T9 BBL?
The MOT on T9 BBL is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T9 BBL done?
T9 BBL was recorded at 170,268 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 7,577 miles a year.
Has T9 BBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T9 BBL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T9 BBL 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 T9 BBL find?
T9 BBL passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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