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VU05 MMV

2005 Volvo S80

Green Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,301 mi
Last recorded83,301 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2013
Typical for 2005 Volvo S80101,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 MMV
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2013 83,301 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2012 83,230 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 78,193 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 66,922 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 52,824 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 41,051 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 41,051 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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VU05 MMV is a 2005 Volvo S80 in Green with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VU05 MMV, 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

How do I check the history of VU05 MMV?

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What year was VU05 MMV registered?

VU05 MMV is a 2005 Volvo S80, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is VU05 MMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 MMV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU05 MMV have outstanding finance?

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