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DSM 249X

2006 Volvo S80

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

155,158 mi
Last recorded155,158 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo S8098,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSM 249X
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 155,158 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 151,290 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 147,182 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 138,133 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on inside edges

exhaust heavily corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2021 126,201 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 119,347 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 119,333 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2019 113,394 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 106,473 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 99,323 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 99,323 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)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 92,749 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

headlights slightly flickering on tickover

Pass 15 Jul 2015 84,933 miles

both headlamps flickering

Fail 15 Jul 2015 84,933 miles

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

both headlamps flickering

Pass 24 Jul 2014 73,624 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 61,703 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 50,468 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 38,168 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 28,223 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 16,046 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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DSM 249X is a 2006 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DSM 249X, 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

How do I check the history of DSM 249X?

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What year was DSM 249X registered?

DSM 249X is a 2006 Volvo S80, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is DSM 249X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSM 249X shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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