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SP56 GAU

2006 Volvo S80

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

115,690 mi
Last recorded115,690 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 Volvo S8098,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 GAU
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021 115,690 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 29 Oct 2021 115,690 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 105,786 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 99,308 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 91,890 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 87,557 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 82,319 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 75,199 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 71,835 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 71,763 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 64,571 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 56,938 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2011 48,140 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 38,835 miles

both front tyres damage to outer sidewalls

emissions to clean to register on analyser

Fail 4 Sep 2009 32,267 miles

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

slight flicker from headlights

tyre sidewall damage at both front tyres

Pass 4 Sep 2009 32,267 miles

slight flicker from headlights

tyre sidewall damage at both front tyres

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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SP56 GAU is a 2006 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SP56 GAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP56 GAU registered?

SP56 GAU is a 2006 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is SP56 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP56 GAU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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