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SW55 AEL

2005 Volvo S80

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

266,930 mi
Last recorded266,930 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 AEL
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 266,930 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 259,298 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 253,583 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 248,321 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 240,267 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 233,600 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 226,888 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 224,615 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 220,401 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 203,105 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 177,300 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 152,127 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jan 2014 152,105 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

nearside front bump stop incorrectly fitted. (very close to wheel)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 140,700 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 140,700 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 120,671 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 101,770 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 79,741 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 54,447 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 54,444 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

offside front sidemarker light inop

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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SW55 AEL is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SW55 AEL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW55 AEL registered?

SW55 AEL is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is SW55 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW55 AEL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW55 AEL have outstanding finance?

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