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WJ08 LZE

2008 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

164,947 mi
Last recorded164,947 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 LZE
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2025 164,947 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 152,841 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 141,430 miles

Central rear seatbelt locker deteriorating, replace as you as you can.

Pass 11 Feb 2022 124,084 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 102,351 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 94,520 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 84,018 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 74,006 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 64,547 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 56,930 miles

N/S Body Seal trim broken

Pass 16 Jun 2014 50,280 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 43,917 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 35,046 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 35,046 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 28,426 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 28,426 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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WJ08 LZE is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 96,918 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 WJ08 LZE, 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 18 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ08 LZE registered?

WJ08 LZE is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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The MOT history for WJ08 LZE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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