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OV57 BWG

2007 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

157,407 mi
Last recorded157,407 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 2007 Volvo S8095,880 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV57 BWG
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 157,407 miles

Front bonnet not opening

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn x2 osr / nsr (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 150,811 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear 5000 miles (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

bonnet pull hard to pull

service light on

trims and covers fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2018 137,130 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside, perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

engine covers and under shields fitted to vehicle not allowing a full inspection of components

Fail 4 Aug 2018 137,130 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside, perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

engine covers and under shields fitted to vehicle not allowing a full inspection of components

Pass 2 Aug 2017 119,147 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 107,120 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 92,418 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 88,310 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 83,132 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 83,119 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 70,025 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s and n/s front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 10 Jul 2012 70,025 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s and n/s front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 26 Jul 2011 48,719 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

rear brake discs worn

Fail 26 Jul 2011 48,719 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

rear brake discs worn

Pass 5 Aug 2010 34,275 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 16,267 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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OV57 BWG is a 2007 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 95,880 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 OV57 BWG, 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 19 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OV57 BWG registered?

OV57 BWG is a 2007 Volvo S80, first registered on 27 September 2007.

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