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L23 MFD

2008 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

48,469 mi
Last recorded48,469 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL23 MFD
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 48,469 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 45,540 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 42,628 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 38,224 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 37,573 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 36,229 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 33,739 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 30,444 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 26,084 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on legal limit 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 21,655 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 18,544 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 18,544 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 May 2013 15,874 miles

all 4 tyres worn on edges and require replacement asap

power steering noisey

Pass 22 May 2012 12,993 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 9,129 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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L23 MFD is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 L23 MFD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L23 MFD registered?

L23 MFD is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is L23 MFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L23 MFD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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