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LJ02 RMJ

2008 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

139,968 mi
Last recorded139,968 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ02 RMJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 139,968 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Feb 2026 139,967 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 139,192 miles

Front sub frame under sealed (under tray present restricting view of inspection)

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear sub frame and suspension components under sealed

vehicle heavily under sealed

Pass 12 Feb 2024 137,866 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside door mirror cover slight damage

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under body corrosion present(rear)

Pass 7 Feb 2023 136,619 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 134,276 miles

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2022 134,275 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 130,935 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 128,994 miles

Nearside Front Top strut bearing rough when turning

Pass 15 Mar 2019 119,717 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner tread

Pass 21 Feb 2018 109,247 miles

some corrosion developing on rear axle

Pass 20 Mar 2017 99,237 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 99,237 miles

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 88,069 miles

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 77,403 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 58,727 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 47,109 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 38,811 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 30,715 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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LJ02 RMJ is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LJ02 RMJ, 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.

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What year was LJ02 RMJ registered?

LJ02 RMJ is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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