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LV53 VGG

2003 Volvo S80

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

99,759 mi
Last recorded99,759 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 VGG
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 99,759 miles

slight play in nearside track rod end ball joint.

Pass 9 Feb 2018 95,258 miles

rear registration plate deteriorated.

Pass 26 Jan 2017 90,483 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2017 90,483 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 78,201 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 65,409 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 58,385 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 56,189 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 52,662 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 52,651 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

n/s headlight bulb fitted incorrectly

Fail 12 Oct 2010 50,450 miles

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

Nearside and offside front brake discs are worn and should be replaced soon

Pass 12 Oct 2010 50,450 miles

Nearside and offside front brake discs are worn and should be replaced soon

Pass 13 Oct 2009 47,492 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 42,439 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 38,007 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2006 28,414 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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LV53 VGG is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LV53 VGG, 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.

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What year was LV53 VGG registered?

LV53 VGG is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 18 October 2003.

Is LV53 VGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 VGG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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