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Volvo S80

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,922 cc

S80 ALHMOT history

S80 ALH is a blue petrol Volvo S80 first used on 5 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 5 Mar 2026 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 232,879 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Mar 2026
Mileage
232,879 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2025
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S80 ALH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S80
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,922 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
5 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S80 ALH was last recorded at 232,879 miles on 21 Feb 2025, 4,609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
228,270 miles · 17 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
4,609 miles
Average per year
1,840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 232,879 miles
  • 2024 – 228,270 miles
  • 2023 – 222,760 miles
  • 2022 – 217,891 miles
  • 2021 – 210,120 miles
  • 2011 – 209,883 miles
  • 2010 – 205,641 miles
  • 2007 – 204,922 miles
  • 2006 – 198,570 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass232,879 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front hoses deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

13 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass232,879 miles (+4,609)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    232,879 miles
    Test number
    874786376565
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front hoses deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass228,270 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    228,270 miles
    Test number
    657446630186
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail228,270 miles (+5,510)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,270 miles
    Test number
    363508787274
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass222,760 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    222,760 miles
    Test number
    813014230462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail222,760 miles (+4,869)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,760 miles
    Test number
    777214267836
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass217,891 miles (+7,771)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    217,891 miles
    Test number
    845080762136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass210,120 miles (+237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    210,120 miles
    Test number
    970647537369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass209,883 miles (+4,242)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    209,883 miles
    Test number
    318510431147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteSRS light on
    • NoteNoise from nearside front suspension
    • NoteRear disc's pitted

  9. Pass205,641 miles (+32)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    205,641 miles
    Test number
    524778020122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSRS light on
    • NoteNoise from nearside front suspension

  10. Fail205,609 miles (+687)12 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,609 miles
    Test number
    490996910146
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSRS light on
    • NoteNoise from nearside front suspension

  11. Pass204,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    204,922 miles
    Test number
    620961327208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail204,922 miles (+6,352)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,922 miles
    Test number
    343474617218
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass198,570 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    198,570 miles
    Test number
    180741886193
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S80 ALH

Does S80 ALH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S80 ALH expired on 5 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S80 ALH?
The MOT on S80 ALH expired on 5 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S80 ALH done?
S80 ALH was recorded at 232,879 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2025, an average of 1,840 miles a year.
Has S80 ALH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S80 ALH has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S80 ALH 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 S80 ALH find?
S80 ALH passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2025 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system deteriorated; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both front hoses deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush worn.

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