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BU08 VGA

2008 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

106,775 mi
Last recorded106,775 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 VGA
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2020 106,775 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Jan 2020 106,775 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 98,061 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 90,558 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 81,485 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 74,656 miles

Nail in nearside rear Tyre

Pass 3 Feb 2015 66,522 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 60,031 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 55,865 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 50,851 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 46,296 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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BU08 VGA is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 BU08 VGA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU08 VGA registered?

BU08 VGA is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 7 August 2008.

Is BU08 VGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 VGA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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