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A5 GMC

2008 Volvo S80

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

135,063 mi
Last recorded135,063 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 GMC
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 135,063 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 126,359 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 118,700 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2022 110,443 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 102,066 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 101,021 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

sill covers and under trays fitted

Fail 13 Oct 2020 100,947 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall and worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2019 96,829 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2019 96,829 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 93,734 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 88,559 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 81,269 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 74,770 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 68,339 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 62,074 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 55,504 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 44,674 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 37,411 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 37,411 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Volvo S80?

Based on 422,980 MOT tests across 31,257 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
7,037
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
31,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,357
position lamp(s) not working 13,908
Registration plate lamp not working 9,544
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,715
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 5,783
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A5 GMC is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 96,918 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S80 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,357 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 GMC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S80 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 GMC registered?

A5 GMC is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is A5 GMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 GMC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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