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RA57 JXL

2008 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

172,791 mi
Last recorded172,791 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 JXL
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2016 172,791 miles

Nearside rear tyre perished and cracking on inner edge

Offside rear tyre perished and cracking on inner edge

Pass 4 Dec 2015 169,106 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)

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2015 169,106 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2014 164,563 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Dec 2013 156,385 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Dec 2012 134,469 miles

damage to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

exhaust corroded

front and rear brake disc worn

n/s/r tyre slightly wearing outer shape

o/s/r tyre wearing low and outer shape on inner edge

rear number plate water damaged

Pass 16 Dec 2011 108,783 miles

front wipers smearing

o/s/f tryre wearing on inner edge

play in n/s/f inner steering arm

rear number plate water damaged

Pass 11 Jan 2011 84,413 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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RA57 JXL is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RA57 JXL, 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 RA57 JXL registered?

RA57 JXL is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is RA57 JXL safe to buy?

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