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GU58 PWE

2008 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

190,063 mi
Last recorded190,063 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 PWE
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 190,063 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 188,178 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 184,271 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 179,480 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2022 179,469 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 170,483 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 153,382 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 135,655 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 124,647 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 112,527 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 101,721 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 88,457 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 73,405 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 57,649 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 42,150 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Sep 2011 42,150 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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GU58 PWE is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GU58 PWE, 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

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What year was GU58 PWE registered?

GU58 PWE is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is GU58 PWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 PWE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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