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PK51 PHF

2001 Volvo S80

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,638 mi
Last recorded92,638 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Volvo S80101,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK51 PHF
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2013 92,638 miles

Engine management light stays on.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Sep 2013 92,638 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine management light stays on.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 85,517 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 80,961 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 74,721 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 70,023 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 70,023 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 64,596 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 60,172 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 54,155 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 44,909 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
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PK51 PHF is a 2001 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PK51 PHF, 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 PK51 PHF registered?

PK51 PHF is a 2001 Volvo S80, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is PK51 PHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK51 PHF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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