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Volvo 800 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 1,984 cc

TET 3MOT history

TET 3 is a blue petrol Volvo 800 Series first used on 12 Sept 1996. Its MOT is valid until 9 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 202,340 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 May 2027
Mileage
202,340 mi
At MOT on 4 May 2022
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TET 3
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volvo
Model
800 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
12 Sept 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

TET 3 was last recorded at 202,340 miles on 4 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Apr 2009: 105,414 miles, lower than 165,065 miles on 16 Apr 2008.
  • 12 May 2017: 202,340 miles, lower than 202,346 miles on 9 May 2017.
  • 4 May 2022: 202,340 miles, lower than 202,840 miles on 20 Nov 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
202,840 miles · 20 Nov 2020
Average per year
3,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 202,340 miles
  • 2020 – 202,840 miles
  • 2019 – 202,340 miles
  • 2018 – 202,340 miles
  • 2017 – 202,340 miles
  • 2016 – 202,340 miles
  • 2015 – 201,912 miles
  • 2014 – 198,771 miles
  • 2013 – 194,436 miles
  • 2012 – 190,871 miles
  • 2011 – 189,239 miles
  • 2010 – 184,581 miles
  • 2009 – 175,039 miles
  • 2008 – 165,065 miles
  • 2007 – 156,426 miles
  • 2006 – 145,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/R15 GOODYEAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 202/55/R15 BUDGET

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

33 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    404704354986
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    566675314915
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    908564286608
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    946665675503
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. FailMileage not read1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    683439107391
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    339951409041
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. FailMileage not read4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    428478640900
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/R15 BUDGET (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/R15 BUDGET (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass202,340 miles (-500)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    202,340 miles
    Test number
    526181589030
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/R15 BUDGET (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass202,840 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    202,840 miles
    Test number
    888866371940
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail202,840 miles (+500)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,840 miles
    Test number
    649086515660
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass202,340 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    202,340 miles
    Test number
    290159555386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/R15 GOODYEAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 202/55/R15 BUDGET (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail202,340 miles1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,340 miles
    Test number
    714277699893
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/R15 GOODYEAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 202/55/R15 BUDGET (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass202,340 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    202,340 miles
    Test number
    244397156670
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail202,340 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,340 miles
    Test number
    960917053585
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass202,340 miles (-6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    202,340 miles
    Test number
    769864934826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail202,346 miles (+6)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,346 miles
    Test number
    105820379407
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass202,340 miles (+428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    202,340 miles
    Test number
    683551132112
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail201,912 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,912 miles
    Test number
    415518515144
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  19. Pass201,912 miles (+3,141)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    201,912 miles
    Test number
    556938415112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass198,771 miles (+4,335)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    198,771 miles
    Test number
    168574234152
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

  21. Pass194,436 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    194,436 miles
    Test number
    267432123185
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail194,436 miles (+3,565)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,436 miles
    Test number
    747202023197
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass190,871 miles (+1,632)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    190,871 miles
    Test number
    206631722177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass189,239 miles (+4,658)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    189,239 miles
    Test number
    348588511133
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteGeneral surface corrosion

  25. Pass184,581 miles (+9,542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    184,581 miles
    Test number
    711107320114
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass175,039 miles (+69,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    175,039 miles
    Test number
    364730519150
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail105,414 miles (-59,651)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,414 miles
    Test number
    211467609439
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass165,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    165,065 miles
    Test number
    834237408199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail165,065 miles (+8,639)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,065 miles
    Test number
    921345108142
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  30. Pass156,426 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    156,426 miles
    Test number
    624041637139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail156,423 miles (+10,536)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,423 miles
    Test number
    271509627157
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOffsidew front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteRear brake pads low and discs corroded

  32. Pass145,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    145,887 miles
    Test number
    890565516199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass145,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    145,887 miles
    Test number
    630105316113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about TET 3

What vehicle is registration TET 3 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TET 3 on a blue petrol Volvo 800 Series first used on 12 Sept 1996. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TET 3 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TET 3 is valid until 9 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on TET 3?
The MOT on TET 3 is valid until 9 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TET 3 done?
TET 3 was recorded at 202,340 miles at its MOT on 4 May 2022, an average of 3,523 miles a year.
Has TET 3 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TET 3 has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2025.
Has the mileage on TET 3 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 17 Apr 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on TET 3 find?
TET 3 passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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