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WL51 BCZ

2001 Volvo S80

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

64,957 mi
Last recorded64,957 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Volvo S80101,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL51 BCZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 64,957 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 60,623 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 60,402 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 59,564 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 58,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 12 Nov 2014 58,627 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 7 Nov 2013 57,494 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 56,483 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 56,483 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 54,640 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 54,635 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 53,007 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 51,450 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 48,567 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 48,567 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 43,280 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2006 36,551 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Nov 2005 30,961 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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WL51 BCZ is a 2001 Volvo S80 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WL51 BCZ, 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 WL51 BCZ registered?

WL51 BCZ is a 2001 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is WL51 BCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL51 BCZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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