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Volvo 800 Series

Green · Petrol · 1994 · 1,984 cc

L28 DOXMOT history

L28 DOX is a green petrol Volvo 800 Series first used on 3 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 322,803 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
322,803 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 DOX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
800 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
3 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 DOX was last recorded at 322,803 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
322,790 miles · 5 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
4,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 322,803 miles
  • 2025 – 315,597 miles
  • 2024 – 310,887 miles
  • 2023 – 303,880 miles
  • 2022 – 296,270 miles
  • 2021 – 288,770 miles
  • 2020 – 285,690 miles
  • 2019 – 283,023 miles
  • 2018 – 281,036 miles
  • 2017 – 278,905 miles
  • 2016 – 275,693 miles
  • 2015 – 271,712 miles
  • 2014 – 267,963 miles
  • 2013 – 263,485 miles
  • 2012 – 259,050 miles
  • 2011 – 253,308 miles
  • 2010 – 251,638 miles
  • 2009 – 247,604 miles
  • 2008 – 245,445 miles
  • 2007 – 235,215 miles
  • 2006 – 229,006 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass322,803 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside + Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside + Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush / gland stiff.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush / gland.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

33 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass322,803 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    322,803 miles
    Test number
    143143203487
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside + Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside + Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail322,790 miles (+7,193)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    322,790 miles
    Test number
    939616656559
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside + Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside + Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass315,597 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    315,597 miles
    Test number
    914669069136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush / gland stiff. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush / gland. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail315,593 miles (+4,706)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    315,593 miles
    Test number
    987109099505
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush / gland stiff. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush / gland. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass310,887 miles (+7,007)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    310,887 miles
    Test number
    656033760323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass303,880 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    303,880 miles
    Test number
    308496221801
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail303,877 miles (+7,607)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    303,877 miles
    Test number
    774337587726
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass296,270 miles (+7,500)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    296,270 miles
    Test number
    542074417048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass288,770 miles (+3,080)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    288,770 miles
    Test number
    959443506911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass285,690 miles (+2,667)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    285,690 miles
    Test number
    277646263548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass283,023 miles (+75)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    283,023 miles
    Test number
    538627181618
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pad shim/anti sqeaul rubbing brake disc but not affecting the brakes.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Fail282,948 miles (+1,912)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,948 miles
    Test number
    348578841600
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  13. Pass281,036 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    281,036 miles
    Test number
    633839798022
    • AdvisoryOffside Coolant leak slight leak from rear engine
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around fuel mounting bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced back inner cross member to chassi (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass278,933 km
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    278,933 km
    Test number
    892629704384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail278,933 km2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,933 km
    Test number
    783225043026
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Fail278,905 miles (+3,212)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,905 miles
    Test number
    368470059651
    • DangerousCoolant leak
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to coolant leaking around radiator area. (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryO/s rear brake pipe clip corroded..

  17. Pass275,693 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    275,693 miles
    Test number
    547953573312
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  18. Fail275,693 miles (+3,981)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    275,693 miles
    Test number
    210158413131
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  19. Pass271,712 miles (+3,749)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    271,712 miles
    Test number
    205244065497
    • NoteSlight corrosion on some brake pipes
    • NoteSlight leak from both front c.v boots at small end

  20. Pass267,963 miles (+4,478)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    267,963 miles
    Test number
    547558054195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass263,485 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    263,485 miles
    Test number
    166166263133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail263,465 miles (+27)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,465 miles
    Test number
    516204863135
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail263,438 miles (+4,388)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,438 miles
    Test number
    288448453424
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteO/s/f brake disc corroded

  24. Pass259,050 miles (+5,742)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    259,050 miles
    Test number
    418252452160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass253,308 miles (+1,670)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    253,308 miles
    Test number
    838366241186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass251,638 miles (+4,034)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    251,638 miles
    Test number
    873634350111
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear cross member corroded slightly

  27. Pass247,604 miles (+2,159)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    247,604 miles
    Test number
    924971839154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass245,445 miles (+10,230)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    245,445 miles
    Test number
    343041058196
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  29. Fail235,215 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,215 miles
    Test number
    731190447042
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  30. Pass235,215 miles (+6,209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    235,215 miles
    Test number
    752250447057
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  31. Pass229,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    229,006 miles
    Test number
    350274236033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail229,006 miles (+282)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,006 miles
    Test number
    144333636401
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  33. Fail228,724 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,724 miles
    Test number
    192488016050
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Questions about L28 DOX

Does L28 DOX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L28 DOX is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L28 DOX?
The MOT on L28 DOX is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L28 DOX done?
L28 DOX was recorded at 322,803 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 4,555 miles a year.
Has L28 DOX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 DOX has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L28 DOX 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 L28 DOX find?
L28 DOX passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: front coil spring corroded nearside + offside; front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside + offside; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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