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SY03 ZCZ

2003 Volvo S80

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

33,459 mi
Last recorded33,459 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 ZCZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 33,459 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 33,459 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 29,386 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 23,984 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 23,959 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 23,959 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 23,567 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 23,567 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 23,388 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 23,013 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 22,521 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 22,051 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 21,704 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 20,066 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 20,066 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 19,353 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 18,074 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 16,119 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 15,157 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 13,853 miles
Pass 26 May 2008 12,940 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 11,792 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 10,836 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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SY03 ZCZ is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2003 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 96,140 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 SY03 ZCZ, 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 23 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SY03 ZCZ registered?

SY03 ZCZ is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is SY03 ZCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY03 ZCZ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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