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NL59 GYY

2009 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

150,641 mi
Last recorded150,641 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S8090,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL59 GYY
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 150,641 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in screen on passengers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Oct 2025 150,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 140,393 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 132,780 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2022 128,129 miles

both front tyre worn close to limit on edges of tread

both rear anti roll bar link ball joint worn

rear brake discs worn

Pass 4 Jun 2021 123,263 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 5 Jun 2020 118,127 miles

wear lip on rear brake discs

Fail 5 Jun 2020 118,127 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

wear lip on rear brake discs

Pass 21 May 2019 110,530 miles

chip in screen

Pass 23 May 2018 102,459 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edge of tread

offside front tyre worn on edge of tread

Pass 12 May 2017 88,709 miles

nearside rear skock damp

Fail 12 May 2017 88,709 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

nearside rear skock damp

Pass 16 May 2016 75,526 miles

front tyres worn close to limit on edges of tread

wear lip on rear brake discs

Pass 21 May 2015 61,907 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 56,626 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front tyre slightly perished

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 26 Mar 2013 50,925 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 44,869 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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NL59 GYY is a 2009 Volvo S80 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 90,642 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 NL59 GYY, 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 17 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NL59 GYY registered?

NL59 GYY is a 2009 Volvo S80, first registered on 16 September 2009.

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