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AP51 KLC

2001 Volvo S80

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,602 mi
Last recorded95,602 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2019
Typical for 2001 Volvo S80101,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 KLC
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2019 95,602 miles

Handbrake in need of adjustment excess travel noted

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

Pass 24 Nov 2018 92,179 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 84,148 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 84,148 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 78,166 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 73,520 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 68,885 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 68,885 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 63,881 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 58,899 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 58,899 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Nov 2011 54,988 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 54,988 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 51,201 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 46,639 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 46,639 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 41,590 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 41,553 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 36,330 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 36,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Dec 2006 31,163 miles

fuel pipes in plastic covers unable to check

unable to check sills due to plastic covers

unable to check under engine due to cover

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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AP51 KLC is a 2001 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 101,971 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 AP51 KLC, 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 25 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP51 KLC registered?

AP51 KLC is a 2001 Volvo S80, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is AP51 KLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 KLC shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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