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S321 GES

2011 Volvo XC90

Red Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

152,505 mi
Last recorded152,505 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo XC9085,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS321 GES
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 152,505 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 May 2025 152,505 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 144,753 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 May 2023 139,287 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 125,124 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 May 2022 125,124 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2021 108,246 miles

Central Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s ()

Central Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s ()

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 101,073 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 94,788 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front WIPER BLADE DETERIORATING

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning TWO BULBS - ONE OF WHICH IS INOPERATIVE (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread BOTH (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 94,788 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front WIPER BLADE DETERIORATING

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning TWO BULBS - ONE OF WHICH IS INOPERATIVE (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread BOTH (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 88,412 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 80,072 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 80,072 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 70,036 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 69,997 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt centre seat ()

Pass 11 Nov 2015 57,537 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 55,508 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 46,887 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 46,887 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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S321 GES is a 2011 Volvo XC90 in Red with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2011 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 85,814 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S321 GES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 15 years old, this Volvo XC90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S321 GES registered?

S321 GES is a 2011 Volvo XC90, first registered on 14 March 2011.

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