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OU53 VXX

2003 Volvo S80

Blue Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,199 mi
Last recorded125,199 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU53 VXX
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 125,199 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 124,201 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 124,146 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 21 Jan 2015 116,046 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres poor condition

Pass 21 Jan 2015 116,046 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres poor condition

Fail 12 Mar 2014 109,516 miles

Fuel cap sealing ring poor condition.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 109,516 miles

Fuel cap sealing ring poor condition.

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Feb 2013 100,241 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 100,241 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 90,902 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 82,619 miles

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

offside front tyre starting to wear on outer edges

Pass 15 Feb 2010 73,808 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 63,277 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 53,797 miles

front and rear disc pads wearing thin

Pass 26 Feb 2007 44,794 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 44,457 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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OU53 VXX is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OU53 VXX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU53 VXX registered?

OU53 VXX is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is OU53 VXX safe to buy?

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