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MW56 BKJ

2006 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

165,192 mi
Last recorded165,192 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 Volvo S8098,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW56 BKJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 165,192 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2016 165,180 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 64,690 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 155,820 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)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 150,186 miles

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

N/S/F Side marker inop

Pass 21 Sep 2012 143,048 miles

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

rear tyres heavily perished on outter wall.

Fail 20 Sep 2012 143,048 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

rear tyres heavily perished on outter wall.

Pass 23 Aug 2011 130,719 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 130,716 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 126,093 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 102,229 miles

Front 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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MW56 BKJ is a 2006 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MW56 BKJ, 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.

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What year was MW56 BKJ registered?

MW56 BKJ is a 2006 Volvo S80, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is MW56 BKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW56 BKJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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