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Volvo S40

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,997 cc

T800 BRUMOT history

T800 BRU is a black diesel Volvo S40 first used on 20 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 82,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
82,816 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T800 BRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T800 BRU was last recorded at 82,816 miles on 22 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,816 miles · 21 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,816 miles
  • 2025 – 79,266 miles
  • 2024 – 77,461 miles
  • 2023 – 71,396 miles
  • 2022 – 58,118 miles
  • 2021 – 49,136 miles
  • 2020 – 45,051 miles
  • 2019 – 33,788 miles
  • 2018 – 23,722 miles
  • 2017 – 19,611 miles
  • 2016 – 17,713 miles
  • 2015 – 15,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,816 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Handbrake not making full effortRecorded 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 Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,816 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    82,816 miles
    Test number
    552456561986
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Handbrake not making full effort
  2. Fail82,816 miles (+14)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,816 miles
    Test number
    312666696276
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Handbrake not making full effort
  3. Fail82,802 miles (+34)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,802 miles
    Test number
    623199596297
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Caliper clip missing
  4. Fail82,768 miles (+3,502)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,768 miles
    Test number
    361598518877
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  5. Pass79,266 miles (+1,805)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    79,266 miles
    Test number
    402760259863
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass77,461 miles (+6,065)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    77,461 miles
    Test number
    403949803309
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass71,396 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    71,396 miles
    Test number
    925180619210
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  8. Fail71,396 miles (+13)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,396 miles
    Test number
    487664415786
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  9. Fail71,383 miles (+13,265)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,383 miles
    Test number
    566706096454
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass58,118 miles (+8,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    58,118 miles
    Test number
    616879308990
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Pass49,136 miles (+4,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    49,136 miles
    Test number
    561602199089
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass45,051 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    45,051 miles
    Test number
    117485558501
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Fail45,051 miles (+11,263)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,051 miles
    Test number
    764279361067
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass33,788 miles (+10,066)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    33,788 miles
    Test number
    825307553439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,722 miles (+4,111)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    23,722 miles
    Test number
    223033968134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,611 miles (+1,898)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    19,611 miles
    Test number
    617580556043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,713 miles (+2,331)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    17,713 miles
    Test number
    805643724836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    15,382 miles
    Test number
    949454505108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T800 BRU

Does T800 BRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T800 BRU is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T800 BRU?
The MOT on T800 BRU is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T800 BRU done?
T800 BRU was recorded at 82,816 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 6,073 miles a year.
Has T800 BRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T800 BRU has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T800 BRU 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 T800 BRU find?
T800 BRU passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside handbrake not making full effort.

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