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OW05 BVD

2005 Volvo S80

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

169,516 mi
Last recorded169,516 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW05 BVD
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2019 169,516 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2018 167,994 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 167,994 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 152,282 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 152,282 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 135,229 miles

exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2014 114,591 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Nov 2013 97,766 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Nov 2012 79,652 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 57,748 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 42,854 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 40,923 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 34,863 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 29,103 miles

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)

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 BVD is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 OW05 BVD, 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 BVD registered?

OW05 BVD is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is OW05 BVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW05 BVD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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