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SD59 VHW

2009 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2025
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

119,254 mi
Last recorded119,254 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Volvo S8090,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD59 VHW
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2024 119,254 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 114,785 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 111,460 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 28 Nov 2022 111,455 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached top mount fractured (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 108,202 miles

exhaust supports deteriorated

Pass 23 Nov 2020 105,577 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 105,576 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 103,177 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 103,177 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2018 99,859 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 99,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2017 97,098 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 97,098 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 92,980 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 92,978 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2016 81,164 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 81,164 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 70,204 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 59,628 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 45,788 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 45,788 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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SD59 VHW is a 2009 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2009 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 90,642 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SD59 VHW, 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 17 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SD59 VHW registered?

SD59 VHW is a 2009 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is SD59 VHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD59 VHW shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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