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Volvo XC90

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,401 cc

Y5 SFGMOT history

Y5 SFG is a blue diesel Volvo XC90 first used on 3 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 183,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

Y5 SFG blue Volvo XC90 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo XC90, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
183,985 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 SFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC90
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
3 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 SFG was last recorded at 183,985 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Feb 2017: 130,531 miles, lower than 131,285 miles on 29 Feb 2016.

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
183,980 miles · 20 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
8,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,985 miles
  • 2025 – 181,565 miles
  • 2024 – 177,622 miles
  • 2023 – 173,697 miles
  • 2022 – 168,853 miles
  • 2021 – 164,852 miles
  • 2020 – 161,340 miles
  • 2019 – 154,163 miles
  • 2018 – 144,583 miles
  • 2017 – 130,531 miles
  • 2016 – 131,285 miles
  • 2015 – 122,484 miles
  • 2013 – 116,769 miles
  • 2012 – 107,169 miles
  • 2011 – 85,663 miles
  • 2010 – 65,833 miles
  • 2009 – 46,982 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,985 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,985 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    183,985 miles
    Test number
    719563980749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail183,980 miles (+2,415)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,980 miles
    Test number
    352065931613
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm attaches too (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm mounts too (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass181,565 miles (+3,943)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    181,565 miles
    Test number
    180484813760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass177,622 miles (+2)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    177,622 miles
    Test number
    172965273422
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swollen (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens has slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail177,620 miles (+3,923)1 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,620 miles
    Test number
    754262723541
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swollen (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens has slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass173,697 miles (+4,844)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    173,697 miles
    Test number
    922188333117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHand brake only just met requaments

  7. Pass168,853 miles (+4,001)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    168,853 miles
    Test number
    666339836385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass164,852 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    164,852 miles
    Test number
    700261118952
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail164,852 miles (+3,512)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,852 miles
    Test number
    488258270132
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut bearing possibly faulty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass161,340 miles (+7,177)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    161,340 miles
    Test number
    806693479404
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH ARMS REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass154,163 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    154,163 miles
    Test number
    415917309401
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play tie rod (drumstick) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Fail154,163 miles (+9,580)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,163 miles
    Test number
    217367275606
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn tie rod (drumstick) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play tie rod (drumstick) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass144,583 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    144,583 miles
    Test number
    419576491604
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBonnet doesn't stay up, struts worn
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryN/s/r seat belt stalk plastic surround broken and stiff to clip in

  14. Fail144,583 miles (+14,052)2 dangerous6 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,583 miles
    Test number
    332404630494
    • DangerousOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative both (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryBonnet doesn't stay up, struts worn
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryN/s/r seat belt stalk plastic surround broken and stiff to clip in

  15. Pass130,531 miles (-754)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    130,531 miles
    Test number
    234927418174
    • AdvisorySlight play inner steering arms

  16. Pass131,285 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    131,285 miles
    Test number
    608228322056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted at the time of test and signs of oil around the engine

  17. Fail131,285 miles (+8,801)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,285 miles
    Test number
    989114106353
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted at the time of test and signs of oil around the engine

  18. Pass122,484 miles (+5,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    122,484 miles
    Test number
    289686735099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass116,769 miles (+9,600)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    116,769 miles
    Test number
    896298763095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass107,169 miles (+21,506)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    107,169 miles
    Test number
    585084442059
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear offside tyre worn on edges

  21. Pass85,663 miles (+19,830)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    85,663 miles
    Test number
    835008941062
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack offside

  22. Fail65,833 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,833 miles
    Test number
    170833250050
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass65,833 miles (+18,851)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    65,833 miles
    Test number
    221733850087
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass46,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    46,982 miles
    Test number
    693294659003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y5 SFG

Does Y5 SFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 SFG is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 SFG?
The MOT on Y5 SFG is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 SFG done?
Y5 SFG was recorded at 183,985 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 8,040 miles a year.
Has Y5 SFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 SFG has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y5 SFG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Feb 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y5 SFG find?
Y5 SFG passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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