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PJ51 VTP

2001 Volvo S80

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

131,255 mi
Last recorded131,255 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2010
Typical for 2001 Volvo S80101,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ51 VTP
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2010 131,255 miles

Front brake pads getting low and discs slightly worn and corroded

Fail 10 Feb 2010 131,253 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake pads getting low and discs slightly worn and corroded

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 117,239 miles

n/s floor damaged

Pass 7 Feb 2008 109,276 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 99,223 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 89,191 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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PJ51 VTP is a 2001 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 101,971 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 PJ51 VTP, 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 25 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PJ51 VTP registered?

PJ51 VTP is a 2001 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is PJ51 VTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ51 VTP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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