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OE03 VFJ

2003 Volvo S80

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

107,945 mi
Last recorded107,945 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 VFJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 107,945 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front drivers seat has damage to seat cover

Nearside Front tyre chaffing on inside arch

Offside Front Inner tyre chaffing on inside arch

Fail 8 Oct 2024 107,898 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front drivers seat has damage to seat cover

Nearside Front tyre chaffing on inside arch

Offside Front Inner tyre chaffing on inside arch

Pass 21 Sep 2023 102,192 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 95,116 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 85,863 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 85,863 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 78,769 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 78,767 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 15 May 2019 66,309 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass broken ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 59,439 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 55,742 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 51,507 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 51,507 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 May 2015 47,400 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 44,368 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 40,589 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 40,589 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2012 37,357 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 34,522 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 25 May 2011 34,522 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 31,540 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 29,183 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 26,817 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 23,482 miles

rear o/s and n/s tyres low tread just legal n/s 1.6mm

Pass 3 Aug 2006 20,266 miles

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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OE03 VFJ is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2003 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 96,140 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 OE03 VFJ, 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 23 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OE03 VFJ registered?

OE03 VFJ is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 28 July 2003.

Is OE03 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE03 VFJ shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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