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OV55 GBU

2005 Volvo S80

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,447 mi
Last recorded143,447 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 GBU
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 143,447 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 122,097 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2013 116,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 116,546 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 108,644 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 93,480 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 81,021 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 70,727 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 70,727 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 58,859 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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OV55 GBU is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 101,484 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 OV55 GBU, 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 21 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OV55 GBU registered?

OV55 GBU is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is OV55 GBU safe to buy?

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