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RV57 HZL

2008 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,932 mi
Last recorded141,932 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV57 HZL
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 141,932 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 139,276 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 139,276 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 138,447 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 138,447 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 137,196 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 137,196 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 136,533 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 135,609 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 134,870 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a cut in outer sidewall

Pass 12 Mar 2016 133,713 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 132,451 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 129,792 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 127,716 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 127,130 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 125,213 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2011 115,193 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 98,054 miles

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

Rear tyres thread seperating causing high spots to appear

Fail 16 Dec 2010 98,054 miles

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

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

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

Rear tyres thread seperating causing high spots to appear

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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RV57 HZL is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 RV57 HZL, 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 RV57 HZL registered?

RV57 HZL is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is RV57 HZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV57 HZL shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV57 HZL have outstanding finance?

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