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NL55 ZVF

2005 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

190,263 mi
Last recorded190,263 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 ZVF
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 190,263 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 189,856 miles

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

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 184,168 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 184,168 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2017 176,460 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 176,460 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 165,204 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 165,204 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 154,829 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 8 Jan 2014 144,077 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 131,545 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 122,537 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 122,478 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 107,350 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 87,135 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 12 Sep 2008 62,990 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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NL55 ZVF is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 NL55 ZVF, 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 NL55 ZVF registered?

NL55 ZVF is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 10 September 2005.

Is NL55 ZVF safe to buy?

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