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LR53 UWZ

2003 Volvo S80

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

55,540 mi
Last recorded55,540 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 UWZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2014 55,540 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full belt inspection

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s rear brake slightly binding when turned anti clock wise

Fail 8 Sep 2014 55,540 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full belt inspection

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s rear brake slightly binding when turned anti clock wise

Pass 10 Sep 2013 45,210 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 36,779 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nsf tyre tyre worn on inner edge

osf tyre worn on inner edge

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Fail 4 Sep 2012 36,779 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nsf tyre tyre worn on inner edge

osf tyre worn on inner edge

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 13 Sep 2011 29,457 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 20,815 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 16,884 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 13,550 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 11,604 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 9,031 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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LR53 UWZ is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LR53 UWZ, 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

How do I check the history of LR53 UWZ?

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What year was LR53 UWZ registered?

LR53 UWZ is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LR53 UWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 UWZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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