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GL61 EKK

2011 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

218,885 mi
Last recorded218,885 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2011 Volvo S8086,294 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL61 EKK
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 218,885 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2023 218,885 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 194,653 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 5 Feb 2021 181,524 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 175,654 miles

Tyre obviously under inflated All four and also runflat damage to inner sidewalls. (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 167,333 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2019 167,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Mar 2018 157,425 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Mar 2018 157,425 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2017 145,651 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted.

Front brake pads starting to wear low.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 123,561 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 81,568 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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GL61 EKK is a 2011 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GL61 EKK, 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.

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What year was GL61 EKK registered?

GL61 EKK is a 2011 Volvo S80, first registered on 20 December 2011.

Is GL61 EKK safe to buy?

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