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SM08 OPJ

2008 Volvo S80

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,655 mi
Last recorded103,655 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 OPJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 103,655 miles

n/s/f brake hose slightly twisted

rear tyres slightly perished/cracked

front brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 29 May 2017 103,461 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

front brake discs slightly pitted

rear tyres slightly perished/cracked

Pass 9 Jun 2016 86,270 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 28 May 2015 82,114 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 79,850 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 77,721 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 74,431 miles

NSF tyre has a slight bludge on outside sidewall.

Pass 24 May 2011 70,561 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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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SM08 OPJ is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SM08 OPJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM08 OPJ registered?

SM08 OPJ is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is SM08 OPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 OPJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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