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BP57 FRN

2008 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

230,668 mi
Last recorded230,668 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 FRN
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2019 230,668 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2019 230,668 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 204,212 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 204,212 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 187,375 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 170,003 miles

EML on

Pass 4 May 2017 150,338 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 135,235 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 116,633 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 116,239 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 112,375 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Sep 2014 112,375 miles

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 107,971 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 107,971 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 12 Dec 2011 95,922 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Undertrays fitted engine and sills not allowing full inspection

Pass 12 Dec 2011 95,922 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Undertrays fitted engine and sills not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 Jan 2011 76,980 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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BP57 FRN is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2008 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 96,918 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 BP57 FRN, 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 18 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BP57 FRN registered?

BP57 FRN is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is BP57 FRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP57 FRN shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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