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S80 JFK

2008 Volvo S80

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

174,921 mi
Last recorded174,921 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS80 JFK
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 174,921 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 29 May 2026 174,917 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2025 167,915 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 160,889 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 145,914 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 136,424 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 112,762 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Dec 2021 112,762 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 89,239 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 75,273 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 62,683 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 62,683 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 60,511 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 58,293 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 56,606 miles

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

offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 15 Aug 2014 54,316 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2013 49,364 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 46,446 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2011 43,951 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 43,951 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 JFK is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 JFK, 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.

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What year was S80 JFK registered?

S80 JFK is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 21 August 2008.

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