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DG56 TMU

2006 Volvo S80

Gold Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

275,451 mi
Last recorded275,451 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2015
Typical for 2006 Volvo S8098,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 TMU
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2015 275,451 miles

all discs worn

both outer sill covers fitted

n/s/f tyre outer edge worn

Pass 4 Sep 2014 261,787 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

all discs worn

both outer sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2014 243,032 miles

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

all discs worn

Fail 27 Feb 2014 243,032 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

all discs worn

Pass 30 Aug 2013 223,077 miles

front discs worn

Pass 13 Mar 2013 202,829 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 202,829 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 181,091 miles

all discs worn

all pads low

both front tyres outer edges wearing

Fail 3 Sep 2012 181,091 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

all discs worn

all pads low

both front tyres outer edges wearing

Pass 15 Mar 2012 161,003 miles

all discs worn

o/s/f tyre inner edge wearing

Pass 24 Mar 2011 124,861 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 124,644 miles

Front brake disc's slightly worn and pitted.

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 95,615 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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DG56 TMU is a 2006 Volvo S80 in Gold with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 DG56 TMU, 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.

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What year was DG56 TMU registered?

DG56 TMU is a 2006 Volvo S80, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is DG56 TMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG56 TMU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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