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FP53 VNM

2003 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,845 mi
Last recorded146,845 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 VNM
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2013 146,845 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 115,633 miles

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)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 111,733 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 104,488 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 97,911 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 97,697 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 89,827 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 84,192 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 76,387 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 25 Oct 2006 76,387 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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FP53 VNM is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 96,140 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 FP53 VNM, 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 23 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FP53 VNM registered?

FP53 VNM is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 27 October 2003.

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