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KP53 AEX

2003 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

175,373 mi
Last recorded175,373 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 AEX
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2017 175,373 miles

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

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively NS & OS (3.7.B.3)

Fail 6 Oct 2017 175,373 miles

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

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

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively NS & OS (3.7.B.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 166,776 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 160,341 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 148,425 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 148,423 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 134,759 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 134,759 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 122,509 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 110,943 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 101,903 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 91,704 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 83,140 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 83,140 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 74,193 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 64,106 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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KP53 AEX is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KP53 AEX, 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.

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What year was KP53 AEX registered?

KP53 AEX is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is KP53 AEX safe to buy?

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