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HG55 GYH

2005 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

248,434 mi
Last recorded248,434 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG55 GYH
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2015 248,434 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2014 219,234 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 192,367 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 175,020 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 142,006 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 95,543 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 65,544 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Oct 2008 49,538 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 49,538 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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HG55 GYH is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 101,484 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 HG55 GYH, 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 21 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HG55 GYH registered?

HG55 GYH is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is HG55 GYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG55 GYH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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