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GU09 TZL

2009 Volvo S80

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

133,446 mi
Last recorded133,446 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S8090,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 TZL
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 133,446 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 132,569 miles

windscreen stone chip in and out zone a

Pass 12 Oct 2023 122,538 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip outside zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 109,692 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip outside 'A' (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 94,620 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 94,620 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 93,887 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 88,721 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 78,337 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 78,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 May 2014 67,506 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 55,212 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front wiper blades smearing

Pass 24 Mar 2012 41,881 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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GU09 TZL is a 2009 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2009 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 90,642 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 GU09 TZL, 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 17 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 GU09 TZL registered?

GU09 TZL is a 2009 Volvo S80, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is GU09 TZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU09 TZL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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