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RE51 AOB

2001 Volvo S80

Green Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2012
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

97,607 mi
Last recorded97,607 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 Volvo S80101,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE51 AOB
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2011 97,607 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 25 Aug 2011 97,607 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 93,621 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 93,616 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 88,125 miles

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

advise to improve handbrake travel.

rear number plate wearing.

Fail 22 Aug 2009 88,125 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

advise to improve handbrake travel.

rear number plate wearing.

Pass 14 Aug 2008 86,169 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 86,169 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 82,017 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 82,017 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 73,107 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 73,107 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Aug 2005 66,356 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2005 66,355 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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RE51 AOB is a 2001 Volvo S80 in Green with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 101,971 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RE51 AOB, 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 25 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE51 AOB registered?

RE51 AOB is a 2001 Volvo S80, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is RE51 AOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE51 AOB shows 14 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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