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OY53 CXN

2003 Volvo S80

Gold Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

158,223 mi
Last recorded158,223 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 CXN
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 158,223 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 153,524 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 145,446 miles

Rear Exhaust Silencer mount broken, but system still secure

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both Rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 131,027 miles

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 3 Nov 2022 130,821 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 115,656 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 105,903 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 96,746 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 96,744 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 85,799 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Front Lower Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

fuel cap sealing washer slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Nov 2017 80,235 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 75,678 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 71,619 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 66,611 miles

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

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 29 Oct 2014 66,611 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Oct 2013 62,893 miles

Rear discs starting to wear

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2012 60,171 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Oct 2012 60,168 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Oct 2011 56,805 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 53,539 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 49,563 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 41,654 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 35,001 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 27,255 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
Full Volvo S80 reliability report

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OY53 CXN is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Gold with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 96,140 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 OY53 CXN, 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 23 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OY53 CXN registered?

OY53 CXN is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is OY53 CXN safe to buy?

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