CarVerify

Free Car Check

GL08 XSF

2008 Volvo S80

Black Petrol 2521cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,185 mi
Last recorded67,185 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volvo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 XSF
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2026 67,185 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))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 66,068 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 64,601 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 62,030 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 61,178 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 15 Jun 2021 60,293 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 59,462 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 58,478 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 57,024 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 55,492 miles

front tyres perishing

Pass 14 Jun 2016 53,815 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre pressure low

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear tyre pressure low

Pass 16 Jun 2015 52,334 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

offside front tyre has sidewall damage but no cords exposed

Pass 23 Jun 2014 51,091 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

offside front tyre has a small chunk missing in outer sidewall

Pass 12 Jun 2013 49,287 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 46,803 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

rear brake pads worn slightly

Pass 22 Jun 2011 43,019 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
Full Volvo S80 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GL08 XSF is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GL08 XSF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GL08 XSF?

You can check the full history of GL08 XSF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GL08 XSF registered?

GL08 XSF is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is GL08 XSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 XSF shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL08 XSF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GL08 XSF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.