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DY03 XBG

2003 Volvo S80

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2018
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

176,993 mi
Last recorded176,993 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 176,993 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

oil leak on engine

Pass 30 Nov 2016 175,189 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 173,005 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 167,819 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 156,307 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2013 136,496 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 103,182 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 103,182 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 102,183 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 102,183 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 96,017 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 86,144 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 76,563 miles

Rear Number Plate Deteriorated.

Fail 20 May 2009 76,528 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

rear registration plate slight water marked

Fail 19 May 2008 66,466 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2008 66,466 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 278,070 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 44,012 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 XBG is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XBG, 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.

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What year was DY03 XBG registered?

DY03 XBG is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is DY03 XBG safe to buy?

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