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PT08 LEY

2008 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,351 mi
Last recorded94,351 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPT08 LEY
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 94,351 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2025 87,878 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 82,933 miles

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

engine tray and undertrays fitted at time of test

Fail 24 May 2024 82,933 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

engine tray and undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Dec 2022 73,623 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 68,807 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 68,807 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 64,833 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front side market not working

o/s washer jet weak

Pass 8 Nov 2019 60,815 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 54,800 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 48,031 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 41,391 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 38,400 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Sep 2014 32,737 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 32,737 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 27,166 miles

o/s front tyre on 3mm tread depth

Pass 20 Jun 2012 21,208 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 16,474 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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PT08 LEY is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 96,918 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 PT08 LEY, 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 18 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PT08 LEY registered?

PT08 LEY is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is PT08 LEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PT08 LEY shows 18 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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