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VU02 DPX

2002 Volvo S80

Gold Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,424 mi
Last recorded132,424 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Volvo S8099,074 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 DPX
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 132,424 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stonechip/crack (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear inner bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ' D ' bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear inner bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ' D ' bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2015 126,961 miles

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

Offside Front rack end

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 123,868 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2013 120,281 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all tyres cracking in tread

osf cv boot greesy

Fail 25 Nov 2013 120,281 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all tyres cracking in tread

osf cv boot greesy

Pass 1 Dec 2012 117,706 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 116,834 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

fuel cap seal starting to crack

Fail 8 Feb 2012 116,821 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

fuel cap seal starting to crack

Pass 2 Feb 2011 114,494 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front seatbelts fraying slightly on edges // play in o/s steering rack inner track rod near limit // front wishbone bushes split near limit and have play // bearing noise from alternator area

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 103,364 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 85,037 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Feb 2009 85,037 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 67,247 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2007 49,217 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 49,217 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 38,986 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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VU02 DPX is a 2002 Volvo S80 in Gold with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 99,074 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 VU02 DPX, 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 24 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 VU02 DPX registered?

VU02 DPX is a 2002 Volvo S80, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is VU02 DPX safe to buy?

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