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GU53 OJE

2003 Volvo S80

Blue Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

109,805 mi
Last recorded109,805 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 OJE
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2015 109,805 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 99,070 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 89,204 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 81,038 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 71,762 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 20 Jan 2011 71,487 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 65,962 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 61,036 miles

nsr tyre wearing on edge

Pass 31 Dec 2007 56,356 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2007 56,347 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 46,634 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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GU53 OJE is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 96,140 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 GU53 OJE, 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 23 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU53 OJE registered?

GU53 OJE is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is GU53 OJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU53 OJE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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