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HG53 EYF

2003 Volvo S80

Gold Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

99,271 mi
Last recorded99,271 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 EYF
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 99,271 miles

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess top (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 96,347 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 93,109 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 88,251 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 84,293 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 81,536 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 78,447 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 78,447 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 74,136 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 70,193 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 66,081 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 60,746 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 58,073 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside front fog lamp lens cracked

Pass 30 Aug 2013 52,363 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 46,558 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 40,572 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 33,792 miles

Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 29,659 miles

both front lower arm front bushs showing signs of wear.

Pass 19 Sep 2008 26,193 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 22,239 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 16,267 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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HG53 EYF is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Gold with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 HG53 EYF, 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 HG53 EYF registered?

HG53 EYF is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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The MOT history for HG53 EYF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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