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DK05 VWB

2005 Volvo S80

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

140,438 mi
Last recorded140,438 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 VWB
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 140,438 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2025 135,106 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 129,907 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 123,415 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 118,618 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 114,787 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 110,087 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 94,199 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 85,368 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s & o/s (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 81,079 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 68,698 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 64,440 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 53,337 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 43,350 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 35,415 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 35,415 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 26,220 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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DK05 VWB is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 DK05 VWB, 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

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What year was DK05 VWB registered?

DK05 VWB is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is DK05 VWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 VWB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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