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AK59 MJU

2009 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

224,187 mi
Last recorded224,187 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo S8090,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 MJU
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 224,187 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 224,187 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 212,087 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 196,936 miles

Front Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 183,321 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2023 183,087 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2022 169,378 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2022 169,378 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 157,251 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 147,546 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 135,084 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 121,779 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Aug 2018 121,779 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 108,007 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing on inner side

Fail 18 Aug 2017 108,007 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

both rear tyres wearing on inner side

Pass 18 Aug 2016 93,802 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 93,802 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 78,483 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 78,483 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 61,909 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 46,756 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 33,198 miles

n/s/f wash jet poor performance

Fail 21 Aug 2012 33,198 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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AK59 MJU is a 2009 Volvo S80 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2009 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 90,642 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK59 MJU, 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 17 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK59 MJU registered?

AK59 MJU is a 2009 Volvo S80, first registered on 21 September 2009.

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