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CU05 MUV

2005 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,436 mi
Last recorded98,436 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU05 MUV
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2016 98,436 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s + o/s (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Mar 2016 98,436 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s + o/s (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 91,055 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 91,055 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 82,547 miles

rear exhaust brackets corroded

Fail 12 Sep 2013 82,547 miles

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)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear exhaust brackets corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2012 73,279 miles

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

one exhaust fixing broken

Pass 25 Jun 2011 60,446 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 57,829 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

front brake discs slightly worn

o/r tyre has cracking in tread pattern and on side walls

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 7 Oct 2009 49,676 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 42,128 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 42,128 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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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CU05 MUV is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 CU05 MUV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CU05 MUV?

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What year was CU05 MUV registered?

CU05 MUV is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is CU05 MUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU05 MUV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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