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PJ59 NCE

2009 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

161,182 mi
Last recorded161,182 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo S8090,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ59 NCE
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 May 2026 161,182 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear tyre uneven wear pattern

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 May 2025 156,122 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 8 May 2025 156,122 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2024 150,023 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 150,023 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2023 144,226 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 137,715 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 131,920 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 130,008 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 125,509 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 125,509 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 120,153 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 105,847 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 84,962 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2014 69,672 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 55,894 miles

both rear tyres starting to run out of shape

Pass 3 Dec 2013 55,894 miles

both rear tyres running out of shape

Pass 19 Dec 2012 42,205 miles

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

Offside front fog light inoperative

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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PJ59 NCE is a 2009 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 90,642 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 PJ59 NCE, 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 17 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PJ59 NCE registered?

PJ59 NCE is a 2009 Volvo S80, first registered on 31 December 2009.

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