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OW05 AVV

2005 Volvo S80

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

127,015 mi
Last recorded127,015 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW05 AVV
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2021 127,015 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 124,750 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 121,024 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 116,187 miles

Exhaust mounting defective centre mounting bkn (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 109,798 miles

all brake pipes greased at time of test

Pass 18 Nov 2016 104,471 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2016 104,471 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 99,176 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Nov 2015 99,176 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both front (1.4.A.2f)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 92,914 miles

Both bottom arm bushes slightly deterioated

Lower engine covers fitted

Nearside rear wheel noisey when rotated

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 6 Nov 2014 92,914 miles

Both bottom arm bushes slightly deterioated

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Lower engine covers fitted

Nearside rear wheel noisey when rotated

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 14 Nov 2013 86,619 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres starting to wear

sill covers

Pass 14 Nov 2013 86,619 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres starting to wear

sill covers

Pass 1 Nov 2012 80,223 miles

Front number plate slightly deterioated

Lower engine covers fitted

Nearside rear tyre slioghtly worn

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 73,505 miles

Slight freeplay in both rear antiroll bars

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

Fail 2 Nov 2011 73,504 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Slight freeplay in both rear antiroll bars

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 62,730 miles

Lower engine covers fitted

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside front tyre has slight wear

Pass 6 Jul 2009 55,083 miles

Lower engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2008 47,751 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 47,751 miles

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

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

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

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

handbrake travel just within legal limits and may require adjustment

warning lamps on dash

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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OW05 AVV is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 OW05 AVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OW05 AVV registered?

OW05 AVV is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is OW05 AVV safe to buy?

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