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BG55 MXV

2005 Volvo S80

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

162,178 mi
Last recorded162,178 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 MXV
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2017 162,178 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INSIDE EDGES

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 152,839 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Jan 2016 152,839 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 140,351 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES GETTING LOW + WORN LOW ON OUTSIDE EDGES

O/S/R WHEEL BEARING NOISEY

Fail 8 Jan 2014 130,311 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INSIDE EDGES

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

Pass 8 Jan 2014 130,311 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INSIDE EDGES

Pass 11 Jan 2013 119,134 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 102,868 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 91,648 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 79,362 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 62,072 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 9 Oct 2008 62,030 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 8 Oct 2008 61,979 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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
Full Volvo S80 reliability report

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BG55 MXV is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 BG55 MXV, 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.

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What year was BG55 MXV registered?

BG55 MXV is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 4 November 2005.

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