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RC05 ALS

2005 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

270,958 mi
Last recorded270,958 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRC05 ALS
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 270,958 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 270,325 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 266,730 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 263,364 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 258,726 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 255,975 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 253,058 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 249,774 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 245,373 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 242,046 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 236,037 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 221,012 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 190,264 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 190,264 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 158,529 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 124,579 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 86,726 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 67,370 miles

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

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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RC05 ALS is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RC05 ALS, 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

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What year was RC05 ALS registered?

RC05 ALS is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is RC05 ALS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RC05 ALS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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