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WL59 GOU

2009 Volvo S80

Red Petrol 4414cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

115,207 mi
Last recorded115,207 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S8090,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL59 GOU
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,414cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 115,207 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 112,607 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2023 109,434 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 105,125 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 100,326 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 94,891 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 92,717 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 87,062 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 82,270 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 76,547 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 69,792 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 64,145 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Osf tyre worn on inner tread

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2013 50,525 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Nov 2013 50,524 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2012 37,020 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged but not to cords 245/40/18y

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
Full Volvo S80 reliability report

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WL59 GOU is a 2009 Volvo S80 in Red with a 4,414cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 90,642 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 WL59 GOU, 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 17 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 WL59 GOU registered?

WL59 GOU is a 2009 Volvo S80, first registered on 1 December 2009.

Is WL59 GOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL59 GOU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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