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OV03 VSX

2003 Volvo S80

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,350 mi
Last recorded154,350 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 VSX
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 154,350 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush front bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 16 Jun 2017 154,350 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush front bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 147,607 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 141,203 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 134,753 miles

Advise both front inner brake discs corrded.

Advise fuel cap seal starting to split.

Fail 17 Jun 2014 134,753 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Advise both front inner brake discs corrded.

Advise fuel cap seal starting to split.

Pass 7 Jun 2013 126,385 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 120,025 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 112,409 miles

childs seat fitted to centre rear, adult seat belt not fully inspected

Pass 3 Jun 2010 100,393 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 90,708 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 78,943 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 78,943 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 68,278 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 57,627 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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OV03 VSX is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OV03 VSX, 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 OV03 VSX registered?

OV03 VSX is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 23 June 2003.

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