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SV05 SZG

2005 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

117,429 mi
Last recorded117,429 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 SZG
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 117,429 miles

Coil spring corroded ALL FOUR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILLS / REAR SUSPENSION MOUNTING AREAS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Feb 2026 117,428 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded ALL FOUR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILLS / REAR SUSPENSION MOUNTING AREAS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 114,296 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 112,456 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 110,251 miles

Central Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Offside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Rack boot split slightly. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 107,003 miles

Central Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres have cracking all round the inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Mar 2022 107,001 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Smearing screen (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres have cracking all round the inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 103,417 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 101,683 miles

Central Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Rear exhaust hanger broken/corroded off. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 93,991 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 28 Mar 2018 84,360 miles

Central Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 75,437 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 64,488 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly mis-shapen on inner tread area

Pass 3 Mar 2015 54,334 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 44,634 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight bind at offside rear brake

Pass 26 Mar 2013 38,364 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 29,499 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 9 Mar 2011 26,411 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 26,411 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 23,674 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 20,763 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 20,763 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 14,833 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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SV05 SZG is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2005 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 101,484 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 SV05 SZG, 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 21 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SV05 SZG registered?

SV05 SZG is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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