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OV56 PVF

2006 Volvo S80

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,687 mi
Last recorded121,687 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo S8098,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 PVF
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 121,687 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 118,820 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 110,386 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 110,386 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 103,201 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Feb 2022 103,201 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 102,838 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 101,662 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 Jan 2019 96,310 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 Aug 2017 91,336 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 91,328 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 89,287 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 84,661 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 84,661 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 82,271 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 80,053 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 77,568 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 75,026 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 68,847 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 59,729 miles

tyres wearing on inner edges

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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OV56 PVF is a 2006 Volvo S80 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 OV56 PVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OV56 PVF?

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What year was OV56 PVF registered?

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

Is OV56 PVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV56 PVF shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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