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EX05 OWJ

2005 Volvo S80

Silver Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

165,371 mi
Last recorded165,371 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 OWJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 165,371 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 135,480 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 117,441 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear of wishbone (2.4.G.2)

parking brake 16%

Pass 16 Jan 2015 101,527 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 84,584 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Dec 2012 64,450 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 64,450 miles

Front Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 51,557 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 51,557 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 50,891 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 46,332 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 39,734 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2009 39,734 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 30,227 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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EX05 OWJ is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EX05 OWJ, 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 EX05 OWJ registered?

EX05 OWJ is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is EX05 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 OWJ 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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