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MK08 UKZ

2008 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

155,428 mi
Last recorded155,428 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 UKZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 155,428 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 155,428 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2017 145,172 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 139,701 miles

Emissions too clean

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Jun 2015 129,752 miles

emissions too clean

front number plate poor

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

o/s/r tyre on limit

wipers poor

Pass 1 Jul 2014 121,766 miles

All brake pads low

All discs very poor

Emissions too clean

Front number plate poor

Fail 1 Jul 2014 121,766 miles

All brake pads low

All discs very poor

Emissions too clean

Front number plate poor

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 111,593 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 92,750 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 81,055 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play in n/s rack end

Pass 5 Mar 2011 81,055 miles

slight play in n/s rack end

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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MK08 UKZ is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 MK08 UKZ, 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 MK08 UKZ registered?

MK08 UKZ is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is MK08 UKZ safe to buy?

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