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OE53 ZFX

2003 Volvo S80

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

157,383 mi
Last recorded157,383 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE53 ZFX
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 157,383 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

sill covers fitted

Fail 26 Nov 2016 157,367 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear box (7.1.1)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2015 149,704 miles

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

covers fitted to battery in boot

sill covers fitted

Fail 24 Nov 2015 149,704 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

covers fitted to battery in boot

sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2014 142,112 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Dec 2014 142,112 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Dec 2013 131,860 miles

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

fuel cap washer seal perishing

Fail 4 Dec 2013 131,860 miles

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

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

fuel cap washer seal perishing

Fail 5 Dec 2012 123,213 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 123,213 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 110,431 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 98,907 miles

all exhaust mounting brackets corroded

Pass 2 Jan 2010 85,321 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Jan 2010 85,321 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 71,707 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 71,707 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Dec 2007 57,931 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2007 57,931 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 34,325 miles

Front 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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OE53 ZFX is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 OE53 ZFX, 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 OE53 ZFX registered?

OE53 ZFX is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 24 December 2003.

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