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BL54 TZH

2005 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2016
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

244,924 mi
Last recorded244,924 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL54 TZH
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2015 244,924 miles

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

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

slight play in both sides of steering rack

Fail 12 Nov 2015 244,805 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

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

slight play in both sides of steering rack

Pass 21 Nov 2014 229,903 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 229,903 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 206,868 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 172,251 miles

nearside front tyre worn only just passes

Fail 21 Nov 2012 171,896 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

nearside front tyre worn only just passes

Pass 16 Nov 2011 145,329 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

front brake pads 75%+ worn approx

slight wear in rear anti roll bar "D" bushes

Pass 18 Nov 2010 138,208 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 138,208 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2009 121,476 miles

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

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

hanger brackets on exhaust corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2009 106,206 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 84,455 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 80,457 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 69,650 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 55,242 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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BL54 TZH is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 BL54 TZH, 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 BL54 TZH registered?

BL54 TZH is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 31 January 2005.

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