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EN55 VDJ

2006 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

143,832 mi
Last recorded143,832 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo S8098,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN55 VDJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 143,832 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 143,604 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 138,958 miles

Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 23 Mar 2024 131,592 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm modified, but not inappropriately inner track control arm slight play (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 128,382 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 122,147 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 119,767 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2021 119,767 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 116,763 miles

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 2 Mar 2019 114,387 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2019 114,387 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 112,024 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2018 112,024 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 108,873 miles

Nearside Head Lamp water in glass - Recommend new Head Lamp assy

Fail 10 Mar 2017 108,873 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. both (1.8)

Nearside Head Lamp water in glass - Recommend new Head Lamp assy

Pass 11 Mar 2016 105,841 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 102,225 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 97,826 miles

all four tyres on 3mm

head lamp wipers both split req replacment

Fail 4 Mar 2014 97,826 miles

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

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all four tyres on 3mm

head lamp wipers both split req replacment

Pass 6 Mar 2013 92,301 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 92,301 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 88,088 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 82,975 miles

Rear exhaust mounting brackets corroded

Pass 13 Feb 2010 76,119 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 68,189 miles

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

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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EN55 VDJ is a 2006 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EN55 VDJ, 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

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What year was EN55 VDJ registered?

EN55 VDJ is a 2006 Volvo S80, first registered on 17 February 2006.

Is EN55 VDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN55 VDJ shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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