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S741 GUD

1999 Volvo S80

Silver Petrol 2783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

142,663 mi
Last recorded142,663 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2012
Typical for 1999 Volvo S80108,305 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS741 GUD
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,783cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2012 142,663 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

exhaust support at rear axle not fully supporting exhaust

n/s/r brake discs in very poor condition

o/s headlight beam pattern deteriorating

Pass 27 Apr 2011 135,841 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 130,166 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear exhaust mount corroided away still secure

Pass 16 Apr 2010 133,686 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 132,921 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 132,729 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 130,124 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 123,329 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 114,568 miles

both front flexi hoses are in poor condition

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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S741 GUD is a 1999 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S741 GUD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S741 GUD registered?

S741 GUD is a 1999 Volvo S80, first registered on 15 January 1999.

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The MOT history for S741 GUD 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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