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Volvo 800 Series

Black · Petrol · 1996 · 2,435 cc

P501 LLTMOT history

P501 LLT is a black petrol Volvo 800 Series first used on 21 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 143,203 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
143,203 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P501 LLT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
800 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
21 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P501 LLT was last recorded at 143,203 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,203 miles · 18 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,203 miles
  • 2025 – 143,203 miles
  • 2024 – 143,203 miles
  • 2023 – 143,203 miles
  • 2022 – 143,203 miles
  • 2021 – 143,203 miles
  • 2020 – 143,203 miles
  • 2019 – 143,203 miles
  • 2018 – 143,203 miles
  • 2017 – 143,203 miles
  • 2016 – 132,193 miles
  • 2015 – 112,193 miles
  • 2014 – 100,993 miles
  • 2013 – 98,890 miles
  • 2012 – 93,457 miles
  • 2011 – 85,808 miles
  • 2010 – 79,096 miles
  • 2009 – 73,790 miles
  • 2008 – 69,638 miles
  • 2007 – 65,032 miles
  • 2006 – 60,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,203 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

29 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,203 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    143,203 miles
    Test number
    362440559428
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail143,203 miles2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,203 miles
    Test number
    804805137778
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass143,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    143,203 miles
    Test number
    133496083904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail143,203 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,203 miles
    Test number
    423052966872
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass143,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    143,203 miles
    Test number
    110183202279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass143,203 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    143,203 miles
    Test number
    537069567963
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass143,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    143,203 miles
    Test number
    448494934175
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass143,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    143,203 miles
    Test number
    277822958080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass143,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    143,203 miles
    Test number
    903033312600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass143,203 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    143,203 miles
    Test number
    277417841058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass143,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    143,203 miles
    Test number
    400127382834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass143,203 miles (+11,010)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    143,203 miles
    Test number
    841280048522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass132,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    132,193 miles
    Test number
    404782835988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail132,193 miles (+20,000)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,193 miles
    Test number
    787037463151
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  15. Pass112,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    112,193 miles
    Test number
    909096235058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail112,193 miles (+11,200)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,193 miles
    Test number
    566125035098
    • FailureOffside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass100,993 miles (+2,103)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    100,993 miles
    Test number
    178203024029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass98,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    98,890 miles
    Test number
    739414743093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail98,890 miles (+5,433)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,890 miles
    Test number
    998413743048
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass93,457 miles (+7,649)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    93,457 miles
    Test number
    956695542010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,808 miles (+6,712)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    85,808 miles
    Test number
    187551541049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass79,096 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    79,096 miles
    Test number
    174600750464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail79,092 miles (+5,302)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,092 miles
    Test number
    152318140458
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass73,790 miles (+4,152)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    73,790 miles
    Test number
    310701259031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass69,638 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    69,638 miles
    Test number
    284192958088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail69,634 miles (+4,602)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,634 miles
    Test number
    533621058054
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  27. Pass65,032 miles (+4,814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    65,032 miles
    Test number
    184662457463
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass60,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    60,218 miles
    Test number
    322867446019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail60,218 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,218 miles
    Test number
    620597746091
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about P501 LLT

Does P501 LLT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P501 LLT is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on P501 LLT?
The MOT on P501 LLT is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P501 LLT done?
P501 LLT was recorded at 143,203 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 4,147 miles a year.
Has P501 LLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P501 LLT has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on P501 LLT 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 P501 LLT find?
P501 LLT passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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