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FG04 GNJ

2004 Volvo S80

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

193,224 mi
Last recorded193,224 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 Volvo S8098,289 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG04 GNJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Mar 2015 193,224 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 193,224 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 185,591 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre has cut not deep enough top reach the cords

Fail 26 Feb 2013 163,095 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 163,095 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 156,097 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2012 156,097 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 144,955 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 133,694 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010 131,891 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 124,284 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 114,879 miles

o/s/f tyre low on tread

Fail 16 Apr 2008 114,879 miles

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

o/s/f tyre low on tread

Pass 19 Apr 2007 94,682 miles

n/s/r tyre tread wearing on outer edge close to limit

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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FG04 GNJ is a 2004 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 FG04 GNJ, 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 FG04 GNJ registered?

FG04 GNJ is a 2004 Volvo S80, first registered on 20 April 2004.

Is FG04 GNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG04 GNJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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