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MH03 WBJ

2003 Volvo S80

Blue Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

206,183 mi
Last recorded206,183 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH03 WBJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2018 206,183 miles

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2018 206,079 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded filter housing ()

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 Sep 2017 195,366 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 195,341 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 185,829 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Aug 2016 185,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Sep 2015 176,265 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 176,265 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 167,508 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 27 Aug 2014 167,240 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Aug 2013 153,019 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Aug 2013 153,018 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front 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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 138,017 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2011 123,807 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 110,616 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 91,642 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 72,579 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 55,564 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 55,564 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 37,161 miles

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

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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MH03 WBJ is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 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 MH03 WBJ, 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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MH03 WBJ is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 July 2003.

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