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DY03 AVJ

2003 Volvo S80

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

125,393 mi
Last recorded125,393 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 AVJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 125,393 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 125,393 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 120,046 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 110,303 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 110,303 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 90,276 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 90,276 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 76,477 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 65,619 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 45,514 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 37,861 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 32,679 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 27,338 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 20,884 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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DY03 AVJ is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DY03 AVJ, 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

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What year was DY03 AVJ registered?

DY03 AVJ is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is DY03 AVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 AVJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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