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Volvo P1800

White · Petrol · 1964 · 1,780 cc

277 OBPMOT history

277 OBP is a white petrol Volvo P1800 first used on 26 Feb 1964. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 4 of 7 MOT tests, with 51,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
51,999 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
7
4 passed · 3 failed
Per year
98 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
277 OBP
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volvo
Model
P1800
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,780 cc
Year of manufacture
1964
First used
26 Feb 1964
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

277 OBP was last recorded at 51,999 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,896 miles · 20 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
103 miles
Average per year
98 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,999 miles
  • 2025 – 51,896 miles
  • 2024 – 51,825 miles
  • 2023 – 51,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,999 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Drag link 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

7 tests since 3 Jun 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,999 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    51,999 miles
    Test number
    610852906001
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail51,999 miles (+103)9 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,999 miles
    Test number
    553301115033
    • Repaired at testFront Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play insecure (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play insecure (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testSteering box insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass51,896 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    51,896 miles
    Test number
    962207592235
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail51,896 miles (+71)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,896 miles
    Test number
    431800294090
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass51,825 miles (+10)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    51,825 miles
    Test number
    138342540194
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  6. Fail51,815 miles (+136)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,815 miles
    Test number
    491913969643
    • MajorNearside Rear wheel steering ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  7. Pass51,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    51,679 miles
    Test number
    703760734416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 277 OBP

What vehicle is registration 277 OBP currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 277 OBP on a white petrol Volvo P1800 first used on 26 Feb 1964. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 277 OBP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 277 OBP is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 277 OBP?
The MOT on 277 OBP is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 277 OBP done?
277 OBP was recorded at 51,999 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 98 miles a year.
Has 277 OBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 277 OBP has failed 3 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on 277 OBP 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 277 OBP find?
277 OBP passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside drag link end ball joint has slight play.

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