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DA53 PZT

2003 Volvo S80

Silver Diesel 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

86,895 mi
Last recorded86,895 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 PZT
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 86,895 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 84,174 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 80,010 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 75,175 miles

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

cv boots splitting

Pass 22 Dec 2021 74,200 miles

cv boots cracking

Pass 17 Dec 2020 74,102 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 73,501 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 70,047 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 67,669 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 63,292 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 60,368 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 56,968 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear backbox bracket corroded

Pass 19 Dec 2013 52,322 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 52,322 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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 5 Jul 2013 49,385 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 44,674 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 42,289 miles

centre exaust bracket is very corroded

Pass 14 Dec 2009 38,682 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 37,270 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2008 37,270 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 32,464 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 27,878 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2006 27,878 miles

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

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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DA53 PZT is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,435cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 96,140 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 DA53 PZT, 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 23 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DA53 PZT?

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What year was DA53 PZT registered?

DA53 PZT is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is DA53 PZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA53 PZT shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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