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FA53 GLZ

2004 Volvo S80

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

126,260 mi
Last recorded126,260 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 Volvo S8098,289 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 GLZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 126,260 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 18 Mar 2019 126,259 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 117,360 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

all brake discs corroded

exhaust hanger broken but secure

Fail 13 Mar 2018 117,360 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

all brake discs corroded

exhaust hanger broken but secure

Pass 6 Mar 2017 103,591 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2016 95,461 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 89,601 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 82,499 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 78,010 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 71,679 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 64,530 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 54,609 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 46,177 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 46,177 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 38,170 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 38,051 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 37,138 miles

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

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

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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FA53 GLZ is a 2004 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2004 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 98,289 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 FA53 GLZ, 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 22 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FA53 GLZ registered?

FA53 GLZ is a 2004 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 January 2004.

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The MOT history for FA53 GLZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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