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BD05 AVW

2005 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

110,691 mi
Last recorded110,691 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 AVW
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 110,691 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2025 105,163 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 97,067 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 88,348 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 79,513 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 71,757 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 65,529 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 59,212 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 59,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 49,569 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 49,569 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported Broken bracket repaired. (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 45,133 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 39,978 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 36,673 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 34,210 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

marks in windscreen

Pass 15 Jun 2012 29,804 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 24,581 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 20,685 miles

both rear tyres showing slight wear

o/s/r brake disc slightly corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2009 16,714 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 12,675 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)

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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BD05 AVW is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 101,484 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 BD05 AVW, 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 21 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 BD05 AVW registered?

BD05 AVW is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is BD05 AVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 AVW shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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