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N28 APW

2005 Volvo S80

Black Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

55,968 mi
Last recorded55,968 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN28 APW
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 55,968 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 55,420 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 55,159 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 54,421 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 53,876 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 52,857 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 52,194 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 51,542 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 50,026 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 47,927 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 47,927 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 45,356 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 41,724 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 38,115 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 34,087 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 29,712 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 29,712 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 24,052 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 18,473 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 12,807 miles

Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

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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N28 APW is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 101,484 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 N28 APW, 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 21 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 N28 APW registered?

N28 APW is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is N28 APW safe to buy?

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