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KU53 NYP

2003 Volvo S80

Silver Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,730 mi
Last recorded44,730 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 NYP
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 44,730 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2026 44,728 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 39,108 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 23 Jul 2024 34,037 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2024 34,036 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 29,439 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 24,506 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 20,741 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2021 20,741 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 20,229 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 19,482 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 19,233 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 17,674 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 16,792 miles

Nearside Rear child seat not secured properly and nsr car seatbelt not tested

Pass 17 Nov 2014 15,852 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 14,259 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Nov 2012 13,338 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 12,565 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 11,614 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 10,238 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 8,094 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 8,094 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 6,733 miles

Slight build up of condensation in both front headlamps

Pass 20 Nov 2006 5,528 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 5,528 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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KU53 NYP is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KU53 NYP, 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 KU53 NYP registered?

KU53 NYP is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is KU53 NYP safe to buy?

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