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RA03 NWC

2003 Volvo S80

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

119,699 mi
Last recorded119,699 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA03 NWC
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 119,699 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 111,333 miles

under shields fitted obscuring view to the engine components.

Pass 14 May 2016 104,679 miles

Undertrays are fitted obscuring some components

both front brake hoses are deteriorated

both wing repeaters are faded

engine cover is fitted obscuring some components

engine oil leaks

front brake discs are worn

front brake pads appear low

play in both rear anti roll bar mounting bushes

play in off side front steering joints

Pass 9 May 2015 96,556 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

play in offside track rod

Pass 10 May 2014 88,624 miles

Minor freeplay in offside trackrod

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

Pass 11 May 2013 79,264 miles

Freeplay in offside trackrod balljoint

Fail 5 May 2012 70,197 miles

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

Slight amount of freeplay to o/s trackrod

Pass 5 May 2012 70,197 miles

Slight amount of freeplay to o/s trackrod

Pass 21 May 2011 61,441 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 61,256 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 May 2010 52,769 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 43,464 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 35,702 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 28,235 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2007 28,235 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 21,032 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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RA03 NWC is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 96,140 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 RA03 NWC, 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 23 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RA03 NWC registered?

RA03 NWC is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is RA03 NWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA03 NWC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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