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BK51 VTT

2001 Volvo S80

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,368 mi
Last recorded128,368 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Volvo S80101,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK51 VTT
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2013 128,368 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing low from outer edge

Fail 12 Nov 2013 128,368 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r tyre wearing low from outer edge

Pass 25 Oct 2012 125,869 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 121,391 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 116,652 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 110,956 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2009 110,925 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Offside Outer Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Outer Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 105,237 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 100,522 miles

slight movement within offside front steering rack

Pass 17 Nov 2006 96,308 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2005 78,221 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2005 78,221 miles

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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BK51 VTT is a 2001 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 BK51 VTT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK51 VTT registered?

BK51 VTT is a 2001 Volvo S80, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is BK51 VTT safe to buy?

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