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SM56 KAJ

2006 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

162,562 mi
Last recorded162,562 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Volvo S8098,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 KAJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 162,562 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

full under covers fitted and engine cover

Pass 14 Aug 2017 152,968 miles

exhaust centre mount broken

n/s/f tyre worn on outer

o/s/f tyre wearing on edges

Pass 24 Aug 2016 148,322 miles

chip in windscreen

both front tyres and offside rear scrubbed down to limit on edges suspect tracking

Pass 1 Sep 2015 135,539 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit getting low inner and perished (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 135,539 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre punchured

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit getting low inner and perished (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 116,575 miles

nearside repeater lamp damaged

Pass 28 Sep 2013 94,350 miles

both front tyres worn low on edges

Pass 5 Oct 2012 73,324 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 73,324 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 51,040 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 35,761 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 21,820 miles

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

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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SM56 KAJ is a 2006 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 98,288 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 SM56 KAJ, 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 20 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM56 KAJ registered?

SM56 KAJ is a 2006 Volvo S80, first registered on 11 December 2006.

Is SM56 KAJ safe to buy?

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