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LS56 EWU

2006 Volvo S80

Blue Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

79,441 mi
Last recorded79,441 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Volvo S8098,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS56 EWU
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2017 79,441 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2017 79,349 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 73,627 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 73,627 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 66,349 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2014 58,697 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 58,697 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 52,897 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 52,877 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 45,065 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 38,093 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 38,093 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 32,154 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 23,872 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)

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

Fail 2 Sep 2009 23,872 miles

Centre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside 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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LS56 EWU is a 2006 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2006 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 98,288 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LS56 EWU, 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 20 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 LS56 EWU registered?

LS56 EWU is a 2006 Volvo S80, first registered on 9 November 2006.

Is LS56 EWU safe to buy?

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