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AJ58 BYW

2008 Volvo S80

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

131,297 mi
Last recorded131,297 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ58 BYW
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 131,297 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 131,297 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 119,634 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 117,287 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 113,574 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2022 113,574 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 109,197 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 105,866 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 102,413 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 96,316 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 92,489 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 90,026 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 84,625 miles

no possible reading from diesel smoke meter due to low emissions produced

Pass 22 Oct 2014 78,834 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 70,944 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 60,550 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osf outer position light inop

Pass 16 Aug 2011 49,189 miles

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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AJ58 BYW is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AJ58 BYW, 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.

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What year was AJ58 BYW registered?

AJ58 BYW is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 11 September 2008.

Is AJ58 BYW safe to buy?

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