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OV51 UUG

2001 Volvo S80

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

158,908 mi
Last recorded158,908 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Volvo S80101,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 UUG
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2016 158,908 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 158,736 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 19 Oct 2015 158,730 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 156,093 miles

resar exhaust bracket broken

Pass 7 Oct 2013 154,277 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 152,301 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 150,405 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edge

Both front wheels show signs of rubbing but not found at time of test

Pass 8 Nov 2010 140,172 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 125,951 miles

both front flexible brake hoses cracking

Fail 16 Nov 2009 125,951 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

both front flexible brake hoses cracking

Pass 13 Nov 2008 110,034 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 95,765 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 82,222 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 82,221 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear tyres worn on edges

slight play in o/s/f wheel

unable to check inner brake pads

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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OV51 UUG is a 2001 Volvo S80 in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 UUG, 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

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What year was OV51 UUG registered?

OV51 UUG is a 2001 Volvo S80, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is OV51 UUG safe to buy?

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