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RV08 OBX

2008 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,951 mi
Last recorded85,951 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 OBX
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 85,951 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 78,296 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 72,562 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Aug 2015 66,855 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 66,855 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 62,002 miles

Damage to windscreen not in driver view of the road

Fail 27 Aug 2014 61,982 miles

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

Damage to windscreen not in driver view of the road

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 57,132 miles

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

Has large chip in windscreen swept area does not affect drivers view to road

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 50,681 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2011 42,679 miles

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

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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RV08 OBX is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RV08 OBX, 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.

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What year was RV08 OBX registered?

RV08 OBX is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is RV08 OBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 OBX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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