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FY03 RYV

2003 Volvo S80

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

163,229 mi
Last recorded163,229 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2009
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 RYV
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2009 163,229 miles

abs light malfunctioning.

Fail 8 Dec 2009 163,228 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 144,353 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 114,776 miles

both front tyres scrubbing on inner edges.

rear exhaust mounting brackets corroded.

Fail 5 Jun 2008 114,776 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres scrubbing on inner edges.

rear exhaust mounting brackets corroded.

Pass 11 Jun 2007 79,923 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 79,923 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2006 59,394 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 59,394 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

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

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

near side rear fog light inop if fitted

near side rear secondery side light inop

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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FY03 RYV is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 FY03 RYV, 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 FY03 RYV registered?

FY03 RYV is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 9 June 2003.

Is FY03 RYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY03 RYV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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