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OV53 OFP

2003 Volvo S80

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

128,245 mi
Last recorded128,245 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 OFP
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2011 128,245 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 128,245 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 114,046 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 114,046 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

near side front brake caliper dust seal insecure

Pass 21 Sep 2009 97,771 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 65,804 miles

engine oil leaks

evidence of offside and nearside front tyres rubbing on inner wing

front brake discs in poor condition

long travel on park brake lever

offside rear lamp inoperative

rear registration plate in poor condition

Fail 25 Oct 2007 65,804 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

engine oil leaks

evidence of offside and nearside front tyres rubbing on inner wing

front brake discs in poor condition

long travel on park brake lever

offside rear lamp inoperative

rear registration plate in poor condition

Pass 7 Oct 2006 48,351 miles

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

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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OV53 OFP is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OV53 OFP, 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.

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What year was OV53 OFP registered?

OV53 OFP is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is OV53 OFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 OFP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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