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OV51 EPC

2001 Volvo S80

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,561 mi
Last recorded104,561 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Volvo S80101,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 EPC
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2014 104,561 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 92,297 miles

Exhaust mounting braket snapped but exhaust system still secure

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

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

Fail 22 Feb 2013 92,297 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust mounting braket snapped but exhaust system still secure

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2012 78,610 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 78,610 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 69,141 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Feb 2011 69,141 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 63,860 miles

advise both rear tyres starting to wear uneven

advise slight play in both rear anti roll bar links

Pass 11 Feb 2009 52,834 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 41,728 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 36,468 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 29,336 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
Full Volvo S80 reliability report

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OV51 EPC is a 2001 Volvo S80 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 101,971 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 OV51 EPC, 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 25 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OV51 EPC?

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What year was OV51 EPC registered?

OV51 EPC is a 2001 Volvo S80, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is OV51 EPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 EPC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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