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DX55 WAO

2005 Volvo S80

Blue Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

75,997 mi
Last recorded75,997 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 WAO
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 75,997 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens missing but no effect on light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 75,985 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 75,698 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 75,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 73,781 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 71,491 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 69,402 miles

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 68,410 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective back box bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 66,396 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 66,396 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2018 64,242 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2017 61,456 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 57,924 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 54,532 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 49,411 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 46,540 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 46,540 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 42,569 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 37,750 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 33,451 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 29,993 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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DX55 WAO is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DX55 WAO, 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 DX55 WAO registered?

DX55 WAO is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is DX55 WAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 WAO 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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