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GL08 ESN

2008 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

176,644 mi
Last recorded176,644 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 ESN
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 176,644 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread broken (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

all tyres worn on inner edge

both rear tyres low (3mm)

n/s/f side marker not working

Pass 9 Jul 2016 157,594 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 146,333 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 146,333 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 130,011 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 130,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 109,375 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear 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 16 Jul 2012 90,836 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 77,347 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 76,377 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 76,377 miles

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

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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GL08 ESN is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 96,918 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 GL08 ESN, 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 18 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GL08 ESN registered?

GL08 ESN is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is GL08 ESN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 ESN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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