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GV53 FXW

2003 Volvo S80

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,282 mi
Last recorded36,282 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2007
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 FXW
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2007 36,282 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 30,740 miles

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

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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GV53 FXW is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GV53 FXW, 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.

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How do I check the history of GV53 FXW?

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What year was GV53 FXW registered?

GV53 FXW is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is GV53 FXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 FXW shows 2 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 GV53 FXW have outstanding finance?

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