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BL473XE

2001 Volvo S80

Silver Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2025
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

249,103 mi
Last recorded249,103 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2024
Typical for 2001 Volvo S80101,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL473XE
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2024 249,103 miles

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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BL473XE is a 2001 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BL473XE, 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 BL473XE registered?

BL473XE is a 2001 Volvo S80, first registered on 2 April 2001.

Is BL473XE safe to buy?

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