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GJ61 VYX

2011 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

104,890 mi
Last recorded104,890 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volvo S8086,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ61 VYX
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 104,890 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2025 93,050 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 89,289 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 81,574 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 73,365 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 72,354 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Nov 2021 66,790 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2021 66,790 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both lamps white (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 62,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 58,848 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 55,058 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Dec 2017 54,297 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 46,219 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 32,078 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 28,830 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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GJ61 VYX is a 2011 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2011 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 86,294 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 GJ61 VYX, 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 15 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ61 VYX registered?

GJ61 VYX is a 2011 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is GJ61 VYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ61 VYX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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