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SH55 ZZM

2005 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

157,531 mi
Last recorded157,531 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 ZZM
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2014 157,531 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front coil springs are corroded at base of springs

Pass 18 Oct 2012 122,696 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 122,696 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 102,958 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 79,851 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 79,851 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 78,634 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2008 56,596 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 56,596 miles

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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SH55 ZZM is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 101,484 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 SH55 ZZM, 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 21 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SH55 ZZM registered?

SH55 ZZM is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is SH55 ZZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH55 ZZM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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