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GY59 HFH

2009 Volvo S80

Grey Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

57,285 mi
Last recorded57,285 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S8090,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 HFH
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 57,285 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2025 57,285 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 55,116 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged worn unevenly and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 52,518 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2023 52,437 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 49,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre repairable ()

Pass 22 Oct 2021 48,104 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 47,013 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 47,013 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens broken/missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 44,773 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 40,993 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 40,993 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 36,882 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 32,538 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edge

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 19 Oct 2016 32,538 miles

Offside Side repeater not working door mirror unit (1.4.A.2c)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front both tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Oct 2015 27,389 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 22,247 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Oct 2014 22,247 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 18,010 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges 225.50.17w

Fail 30 Oct 2013 18,010 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

both front tyres worn on inner edges 225.50.17w

Pass 25 Oct 2012 12,906 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 12,906 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GY59 HFH is a 2009 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 GY59 HFH, 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 GY59 HFH registered?

GY59 HFH is a 2009 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is GY59 HFH safe to buy?

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