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S80 GSC

2001 Volvo S80

Silver Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,464 mi
Last recorded142,464 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Volvo S80101,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS80 GSC
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2013 142,464 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

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Pass 30 Aug 2012 139,337 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 138,924 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 138,231 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

not all steering and brake components could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2009 132,949 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 132,949 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 121,153 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 110,342 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 110,342 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2006 99,802 miles

Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 97,859 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 97,859 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

oil leak

rear brake discs showing signs of corrosion

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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S80 GSC is a 2001 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 101,971 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 S80 GSC, 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 25 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 S80 GSC?

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What year was S80 GSC registered?

S80 GSC is a 2001 Volvo S80, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is S80 GSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S80 GSC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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