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OV56 ZPE

2006 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

78,920 mi
Last recorded78,920 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo S8098,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 ZPE
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 78,920 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 73,490 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 69,571 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 64,771 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 59,961 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 57,108 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 53,929 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 40,911 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 44,439 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 40,084 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 35,911 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre punctured

Pass 7 Oct 2014 32,636 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 29,436 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Sill covers fitted obscuring certain components.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Oct 2013 29,436 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Sill covers fitted obscuring certain components.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2012 26,100 miles

nearside rear tyre on 2mm warn outer edge

offside rear tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 10 Nov 2011 22,506 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 17,965 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 13,152 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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OV56 ZPE is a 2006 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 ZPE, 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

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What year was OV56 ZPE registered?

OV56 ZPE is a 2006 Volvo S80, first registered on 15 November 2006.

Is OV56 ZPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV56 ZPE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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