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WG51 FXF

2001 Volvo S80

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,255 mi
Last recorded60,255 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Volvo S80101,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG51 FXF
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2015 60,255 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear exhaust hanger broken but system still adequately supported

slight play in steering rack joints

Fail 10 Dec 2015 60,255 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear exhaust hanger broken but system still adequately supported

slight play in steering rack joints

Pass 17 Nov 2014 56,648 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 53,271 miles

front suspension bushes perished

Pass 31 Oct 2012 50,132 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 47,610 miles

fuel cap seal perished

nearside mirror casing slightly insecure

power steering hose from reservoir damp

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 16 Nov 2011 47,610 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

fuel cap seal perished

nearside mirror casing slightly insecure

power steering hose from reservoir damp

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2010 44,486 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 41,794 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 39,747 miles

different size tyres front to back

Pass 30 Oct 2007 36,134 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 30,739 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 26,064 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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WG51 FXF is a 2001 Volvo S80 in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2001 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 101,971 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 WG51 FXF, 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 25 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WG51 FXF registered?

WG51 FXF is a 2001 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 November 2001.

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