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RV55 MYB

2005 Volvo S80

Green Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

95,377 mi
Last recorded95,377 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 MYB
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 95,377 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 93,482 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 92,107 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Dec 2023 92,107 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 89,621 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 86,329 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 84,546 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Nov 2020 84,546 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure misshaped (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 81,517 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 77,378 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 72,330 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 66,460 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 59,792 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 53,536 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 46,734 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 46,734 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 40,864 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 33,844 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 27,886 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 20,329 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 16,768 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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RV55 MYB is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Green with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RV55 MYB, 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.

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What year was RV55 MYB registered?

RV55 MYB is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is RV55 MYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 MYB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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