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FL59 YWY

2009 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

156,825 mi
Last recorded156,825 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo S8090,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 YWY
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 156,825 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 149,407 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 139,310 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 127,199 miles

General underbody corrosion

Pass 15 Feb 2022 114,861 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 97,551 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 94,867 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2019 90,879 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2019 90,764 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2018 84,001 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 77,714 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 69,309 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 64,463 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 56,020 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 47,989 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs badly worn

Fail 26 Nov 2012 47,989 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs badly worn

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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FL59 YWY is a 2009 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 90,642 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 FL59 YWY, 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 17 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FL59 YWY?

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What year was FL59 YWY registered?

FL59 YWY is a 2009 Volvo S80, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is FL59 YWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 YWY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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