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HV08 KOB

2008 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

159,417 mi
Last recorded159,417 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 KOB
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 159,417 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 151,906 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 135,760 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2017 118,306 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 101,125 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 83,308 miles

rear tyre's wearing unevenly on inner edge's

Fail 18 Aug 2015 83,308 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear tyre's wearing unevenly on inner edge's

Pass 19 Aug 2014 64,200 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut in n/s/f tyre

Fail 19 Aug 2014 64,200 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut in n/s/f tyre

Pass 22 Aug 2013 45,546 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 30,703 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 22,327 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 18,799 miles

all discs showing lipping around edges

minor chips in windscreen

Fail 24 Jan 2011 18,799 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

all discs showing lipping around edges

minor chips in windscreen

n/s/f tyre worn low and showing surface cracks and side wall scuffing

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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HV08 KOB is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 HV08 KOB, 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.

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What year was HV08 KOB registered?

HV08 KOB is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is HV08 KOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 KOB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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