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SK53 RTA

2003 Volvo S80

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

101,139 mi
Last recorded101,139 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK53 RTA
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 101,139 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2016 101,139 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 91,885 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 85,633 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 81,482 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 77,204 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 74,555 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 67,088 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 60,069 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 52,994 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 42,280 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 32,799 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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SK53 RTA is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2003 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 96,140 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 SK53 RTA, 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 23 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SK53 RTA registered?

SK53 RTA is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is SK53 RTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK53 RTA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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