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FG55 FLX

2005 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

189,449 mi
Last recorded189,449 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 FLX
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2016 189,449 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 189,449 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 187,102 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 181,265 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 169,175 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 148,917 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 122,169 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 108,762 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 108,762 miles

Nearside Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 88,535 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 88,535 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 65,573 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 24 Sep 2008 65,573 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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FG55 FLX is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 FG55 FLX, 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.

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What year was FG55 FLX registered?

FG55 FLX is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is FG55 FLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 FLX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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