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PK55 WGJ

2005 Volvo S80

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

185,235 mi
Last recorded185,235 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK55 WGJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 185,235 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2025 185,230 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 171,061 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Nov 2024 170,999 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 152,654 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-links (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 138,587 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 127,145 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 121,431 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 116,090 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 108,217 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 98,985 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 89,828 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 82,889 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 73,569 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 67,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 67,966 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 64,574 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 57,356 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 50,722 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 43,077 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2010 43,077 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 34,256 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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PK55 WGJ is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PK55 WGJ, 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

How do I check the history of PK55 WGJ?

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What year was PK55 WGJ registered?

PK55 WGJ is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is PK55 WGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK55 WGJ shows 22 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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