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EF03 XRX

2003 Volvo S80

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,237 mi
Last recorded137,237 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 XRX
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 137,237 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 137,237 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 132,322 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 132,298 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 126,240 miles

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 118,743 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 110,042 miles
Fail 26 May 2014 103,038 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2014 103,038 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 99,793 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 94,237 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 91,244 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 3 Apr 2010 91,244 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 85,977 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 78,969 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 64,631 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

both rear tyres worn but not to excess

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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EF03 XRX is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EF03 XRX, 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 EF03 XRX registered?

EF03 XRX is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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