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BL53 YHZ

2004 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,565 mi
Last recorded129,565 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Volvo S8098,289 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 YHZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 129,565 miles

All four tyres are wearing close to the limit

Front brake discs are corroded

Rear coil springs are corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2017 120,916 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 117,755 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 115,305 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 111,723 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 111,723 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2013 103,783 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jan 2013 103,783 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Dec 2011 95,238 miles

ALL 4 TYRES CRACKED. H/BRAKE TRAVEL

Pass 29 Dec 2010 89,834 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 83,428 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 68,263 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 65,892 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Jun 2008 65,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 May 2007 53,049 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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BL53 YHZ is a 2004 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 98,289 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 BL53 YHZ, 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 22 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BL53 YHZ registered?

BL53 YHZ is a 2004 Volvo S80, first registered on 21 January 2004.

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