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S144 GCG

1999 Volvo S80

Blue Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,098 mi
Last recorded99,098 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 1999 Volvo S80108,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS144 GCG
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 99,098 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 99,098 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 97,971 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 97,847 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 97,351 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 97,123 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 96,915 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 96,731 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 96,731 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 96,530 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 96,221 miles

Nearside Rear Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 95,577 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 95,061 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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S144 GCG is a 1999 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1999 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 108,305 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 S144 GCG, 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 27 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S144 GCG registered?

S144 GCG is a 1999 Volvo S80, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S144 GCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S144 GCG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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