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LG53 MDE

2003 Volvo S80

Gold Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,788 mi
Last recorded91,788 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 MDE
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2019 91,788 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 86,460 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 77,076 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 73,135 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 73,135 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 70,888 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 68,568 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 68,529 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 66,345 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 66,264 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 61,700 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 57,907 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 57,907 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 54,980 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 51,409 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 44,240 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 37,191 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 29,184 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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LG53 MDE is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Gold with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LG53 MDE, 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 LG53 MDE registered?

LG53 MDE is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is LG53 MDE safe to buy?

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