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OV56 PKX

2006 Volvo S80

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

140,918 mi
Last recorded140,918 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo S8098,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 PKX
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 140,918 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 140,217 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Outer Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Both sides (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 139,145 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Middle Exhaust mount defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Dec 2023 139,145 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Middle Exhaust mount defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 138,013 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Dec 2022 137,999 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 136,347 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 17 Dec 2020 134,843 miles

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 134,843 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steering rack arm (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 131,447 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 128,232 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 125,801 miles

both rear tyres unable to distinguish between normal undulations in the carcass, resulting from manufacturing, and lumps or bulges caused by structural deterioration.

Fail 22 Nov 2017 125,801 miles

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

both rear tyres unable to distinguish between normal undulations in the carcass, resulting from manufacturing, and lumps or bulges caused by structural deterioration.

Pass 12 Dec 2016 109,920 miles

Front under tray fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2015 102,083 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 89,695 miles

offside rear tyre unable to distinguish between normal undulations in the carcass, resulting from manufacturing, and lumps or bulges caused by structural deterioration

Fail 24 Nov 2014 89,695 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

offside rear tyre unable to distinguish between normal undulations in the carcass, resulting from manufacturing, and lumps or bulges caused by structural deterioration

Pass 5 Dec 2013 82,759 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 76,920 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 71,362 miles

all tyres care should be taken to distinguish between normal undulations in the carcass, resulting from manufacturing, and lumps or bulges caused by structural deterioration

Fail 29 Nov 2011 71,362 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

all tyres care should be taken to distinguish between normal undulations in the carcass, resulting from manufacturing, and lumps or bulges caused by structural deterioration

Pass 30 Nov 2010 58,560 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 47,584 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 47,488 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside 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
Full Volvo S80 reliability report

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OV56 PKX is a 2006 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2006 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 98,288 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 OV56 PKX, 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 20 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OV56 PKX registered?

OV56 PKX is a 2006 Volvo S80, first registered on 31 October 2006.

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