2004 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · DC53 NUO
2004 Volvo XC90 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 20 Feb 2004. Recorded mileage 141,537 miles. MOT expired on 26 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC90
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,537 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
DC53 NUO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2025
- 141,537 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DC53 NUO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volvo Xc90 (DC53 NUO) between May 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
DC53 NUO Mileage History
- 06/05/2022134,015 mi
- 04/05/2023136,690 mi+2,675 mi
- 05/05/2023136,722 mi+32 mi
- 14/05/2024139,959 mi+3,237 mi
- 27/05/2025141,537 mi+1,578 mi
Average of roughly 2,460 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Volvo XC90 (Gen 1)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (DC53 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as DC53NUO.
VOLVO
XC90 + B5 MHEV AWD AUTO
TOYOTA
COROLLA
TOYOTA
YARIS
JAGUAR
XE
TOYOTA
YARIS
TOYOTA
YARIS
AUDI
Q7
VOLKSWAGEN
TIGUAN
TOYOTA
COROLLA
TOYOTA
LANDCRUISER
TOYOTA
YARIS
HONDA
JAZZ
VOLVO XC90 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2004 model year cars.
- AWD / DEM module failureModerate
Haldex pump or DEM faults can quietly disable the rear axle, leaving the XC90 driving like a front-wheel-drive car until traction is really needed.
- Automatic gearbox wearSerious
Heavy towing and long service intervals can leave the automatic box flaring, thumping or slipping under load.
- Front suspension arm and top mount wearModerate
The heavy nose wears front bushes, top mounts and drop links, giving the familiar XC90 knock over poor UK roads.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.