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S452 DBW

1998 Volvo S80

Blue Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

139,082 mi
Last recorded139,082 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2013
Typical for 1998 Volvo S8098,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS452 DBW
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2013 139,082 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 132,081 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 128,932 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 124,352 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 120,546 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 116,769 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 113,596 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 110,235 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 110,235 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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S452 DBW is a 1998 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 98,998 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 S452 DBW, 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 28 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S452 DBW?

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What year was S452 DBW registered?

S452 DBW is a 1998 Volvo S80, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S452 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S452 DBW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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