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CU56 LVO

2006 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,155 mi
Last recorded118,155 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo S8098,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU56 LVO
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 118,155 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 116,957 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 113,287 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 107,244 miles

smell fuel under bonnet

Fail 17 Jul 2023 107,244 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

smell fuel under bonnet

Pass 13 Jul 2022 102,529 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 97,018 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 94,343 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 91,210 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 85,296 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear tyres chopping/out of shape

Pass 13 Jul 2017 73,943 miles

offside front tyre worn inner edge slightly

Fail 13 Jul 2017 73,943 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside front tyre worn inner edge slightly

Pass 3 Aug 2016 64,324 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 55,858 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring view of some components

N/S/R Tyre cracking

O/S/R Tyre cracking

Under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 27 Nov 2014 52,496 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 48,116 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 46,013 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 45,986 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 41,140 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2010 41,140 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 31,576 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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CU56 LVO is a 2006 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 98,288 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 CU56 LVO, 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 20 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 CU56 LVO registered?

CU56 LVO is a 2006 Volvo S80, first registered on 27 November 2006.

Is CU56 LVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU56 LVO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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