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SJ08 GWG

2008 Volvo S80

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,086 mi
Last recorded150,086 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 GWG
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 150,086 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 135,081 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 126,200 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2015 126,200 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 114,247 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 96,288 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 83,408 miles

brake disc s pitted

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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SJ08 GWG is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SJ08 GWG, 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 SJ08 GWG registered?

SJ08 GWG is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SJ08 GWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 GWG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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