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SW61 LPY

2012 Volvo S80

Green Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,274 mi
Last recorded40,274 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Volvo S8081,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW61 LPY
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2024 40,274 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 40,274 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 39,288 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 37,904 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 36,815 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 36,418 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 32,491 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 30,717 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 28,482 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 16,178 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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SW61 LPY is a 2012 Volvo S80 in Green with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 81,452 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 SW61 LPY, 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 14 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SW61 LPY?

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What year was SW61 LPY registered?

SW61 LPY is a 2012 Volvo S80, first registered on 1 January 2012.

Is SW61 LPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW61 LPY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW61 LPY have outstanding finance?

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