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AB08 VLF

2008 Volvo S80

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

133,215 mi
Last recorded133,215 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 VLF
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 133,215 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 130,336 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 127,474 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 122,508 miles

Nearside Front Weel rim bent inner

Pass 12 Oct 2021 116,556 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 102,143 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 90,142 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2018 78,244 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 65,280 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 12 Apr 2017 65,280 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Apr 2016 47,678 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 43,215 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 42,783 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2013 37,374 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nsf tyre wearing thin on outer tread

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2012 31,712 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 26,373 miles

engine undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

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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AB08 VLF is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AB08 VLF, 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 AB08 VLF registered?

AB08 VLF is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is AB08 VLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 VLF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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