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Volvo S80

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,435 cc

T26 AEMMOT history

T26 AEM is a black petrol Volvo S80 first used on 15 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 117,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
117,406 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 AEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S80
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 AEM was last recorded at 117,406 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 699 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,707 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
699 miles
Average per year
4,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,406 miles
  • 2025 – 116,707 miles
  • 2024 – 115,499 miles
  • 2023 – 114,238 miles
  • 2021 – 112,393 miles
  • 2020 – 108,389 miles
  • 2019 – 105,441 miles
  • 2018 – 101,099 miles
  • 2017 – 97,427 miles
  • 2016 – 92,096 miles
  • 2015 – 88,418 miles
  • 2014 – 83,336 miles
  • 2013 – 78,171 miles
  • 2012 – 73,742 miles
  • 2011 – 67,542 miles
  • 2010 – 60,514 miles
  • 2009 – 54,144 miles
  • 2008 – 51,398 miles
  • 2006 – 40,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,406 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,406 miles (+699)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    117,406 miles
    Test number
    650071676280
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass116,707 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    116,707 miles
    Test number
    579259047336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail116,703 miles (+1,204)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,703 miles
    Test number
    502067116497
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass115,499 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    115,499 miles
    Test number
    647722962827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight

  5. Fail115,499 miles (+1,261)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,499 miles
    Test number
    535358170050
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective partly missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight

  6. Pass114,238 miles (+1,845)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    114,238 miles
    Test number
    208345753852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass112,393 miles (+2,174)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,393 miles
    Test number
    991506843434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass110,219 miles (+1,830)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    110,219 miles
    Test number
    455919070451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,389 miles (+2,948)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,389 miles
    Test number
    200708384651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass105,441 miles (+4,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    105,441 miles
    Test number
    139851200539
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides....nearside 2.5mm depth (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass101,099 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    101,099 miles
    Test number
    667693817685
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Fail101,099 miles (+3,672)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,099 miles
    Test number
    318994812784
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass97,427 miles (+5,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    97,427 miles
    Test number
    278351357984
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass92,096 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    92,096 miles
    Test number
    199391010931
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has damage to outer wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn close to limit

  15. Fail92,096 miles (+3,678)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,096 miles
    Test number
    119767707689
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50R17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has damage to outer wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn close to limit

  16. Pass88,418 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,418 miles
    Test number
    979156415010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,413 miles (+5,077)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,413 miles
    Test number
    196415415413
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust mount has broken away

  18. Pass83,336 miles (+5,165)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    83,336 miles
    Test number
    127910814067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,171 miles (+4,429)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    78,171 miles
    Test number
    535083003012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,742 miles (+6,200)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    73,742 miles
    Test number
    108081312048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail67,542 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,542 miles
    Test number
    367626101095
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass67,542 miles (+7,028)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    67,542 miles
    Test number
    567366601053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass60,514 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    60,514 miles
    Test number
    592468400006
    • NoteBoth front bushes in both front suspension lower arms have slight play
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low on inner shoulder and nail in tread 225/50 ZR 17

  24. Fail60,514 miles (+6,370)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,514 miles
    Test number
    882488300016
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBoth front bushes in both front suspension lower arms have slight play
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low on inner shoulder and nail in tread 225/50 ZR 17

  25. Pass54,144 miles (+2,746)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    54,144 miles
    Test number
    632772729009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail51,398 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,398 miles
    Test number
    232894828060
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal stating to perish

  27. Pass51,398 miles (+11,252)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    51,398 miles
    Test number
    523024428093
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal stating to perish

  28. Pass40,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    40,146 miles
    Test number
    602679146344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T26 AEM

Does T26 AEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T26 AEM is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T26 AEM?
The MOT on T26 AEM is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T26 AEM done?
T26 AEM was recorded at 117,406 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 4,049 miles a year.
Has T26 AEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 AEM has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T26 AEM 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 T26 AEM find?
T26 AEM passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush both sides; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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