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AK08 CAY

2008 Volvo S80

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,718 mi
Last recorded124,718 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 CAY
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 124,718 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 118,073 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides tyres wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 113,454 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 113,454 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 110,901 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 103,374 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 98,753 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 94,499 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 88,033 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 79,993 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 72,887 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 72,887 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 65,691 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 65,691 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 58,809 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 51,887 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Sep 2012 46,125 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 40,731 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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AK08 CAY is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AK08 CAY, 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

How do I check the history of AK08 CAY?

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What year was AK08 CAY registered?

AK08 CAY is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 21 August 2008.

Is AK08 CAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK08 CAY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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