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BG56 KWX

2006 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,717 mi
Last recorded176,717 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Volvo S8098,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 KWX
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 176,717 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2018 176,717 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 166,761 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 158,535 miles

Both front tyres on 3mm, starting to scrub on the inner and have small cuts in the sidewalls

No measurable smoke emissions

Offside and nearside rear trailing arm rear bushes seperating

Offside rear tyre slightly deformed on the inner edge

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2015 146,302 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 146,302 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Both front tyres have bad cuts through the sidewalls

Offside front tyre bald on the inner edge

Pass 7 Mar 2014 131,310 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 118,438 miles

Nearside front tyre sidewll damaged

Offside rear tyre slightly deformed

Pass 26 Mar 2012 104,625 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 84,193 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 63,182 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 63,182 miles

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

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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BG56 KWX is a 2006 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 98,288 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 BG56 KWX, 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 20 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 BG56 KWX registered?

BG56 KWX is a 2006 Volvo S80, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is BG56 KWX safe to buy?

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