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FP53 YZY

2003 Volvo S80

Silver Petrol 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

131,273 mi
Last recorded131,273 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 YZY
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2024 131,273 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 126,086 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 121,555 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 121,555 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 116,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 108,603 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 104,648 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2018 104,648 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 95,105 miles

Oil leak ()

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

front wipers split

Fail 13 Nov 2017 95,105 miles

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

Oil leak ()

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

front wipers split

Pass 13 Oct 2016 87,530 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 78,081 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 67,996 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 67,996 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 56,326 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 46,107 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Sep 2011 37,599 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 34,656 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 31,180 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 28,299 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 23,243 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 18,543 miles

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 YZY is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,401cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YZY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP53 YZY registered?

FP53 YZY is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is FP53 YZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP53 YZY shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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