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OV51 ZTZ

2001 Volvo S80

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

74,199 mi
Last recorded74,199 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Volvo S80101,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 ZTZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 74,199 miles

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

rear exhaust hangers

Fail 29 Jan 2018 74,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

rear exhaust hangers

Pass 25 Jan 2017 70,612 miles

rear exhaust hangers thin

Pass 12 Jan 2016 65,485 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 61,502 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both rear tyres showing signs of cracking outer walls

Pass 21 Jan 2014 58,202 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 58,202 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 56,391 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 54,919 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2012 54,919 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 52,558 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 50,225 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 48,206 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 48,206 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 45,800 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 45,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 43,326 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 40,298 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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OV51 ZTZ is a 2001 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 ZTZ, 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.

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What year was OV51 ZTZ registered?

OV51 ZTZ is a 2001 Volvo S80, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is OV51 ZTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 ZTZ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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