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J44 MFR

2005 Volvo S80

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

169,520 mi
Last recorded169,520 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2012
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ44 MFR
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2012 169,520 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 169,404 miles

hand brake slight low power

Fail 18 Feb 2012 169,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

hand brake slight low power

Pass 4 May 2011 151,130 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

metal support brackets for exhaust corroded

slight travel on handbrake

Pass 4 May 2010 113,034 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 77,921 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 77,921 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 68,100 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 68,100 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 67,970 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 46,268 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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J44 MFR is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 J44 MFR, 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 J44 MFR registered?

J44 MFR is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is J44 MFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J44 MFR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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