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R153 ACK

1998 Volvo S80

Red Petrol 2783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

165,286 mi
Last recorded165,286 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Volvo S8098,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR153 ACK
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,783cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2014 165,286 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 158,447 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 152,285 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2012 152,285 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 143,678 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 143,678 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 136,562 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 129,239 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 121,239 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 121,239 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 112,072 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 112,072 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 98,784 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 87,728 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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R153 ACK is a 1998 Volvo S80 in Red with a 2,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 98,998 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 R153 ACK, 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 28 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R153 ACK registered?

R153 ACK is a 1998 Volvo S80, first registered on 23 June 1998.

Is R153 ACK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R153 ACK shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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