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Y524 LGU

2001 Volvo S80

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

84,096 mi
Last recorded84,096 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Volvo S80101,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY524 LGU
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2013 84,096 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 84,037 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 72,275 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 67,086 miles

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

both front indicators discolouring,becoming white

front brake discs worn

o/s/f tyre tread worn very low,bald on the inner edge

Fail 8 Apr 2011 67,086 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

both front indicators discolouring,becoming white

front brake discs worn

o/s/f tyre tread worn very low,bald on the inner edge

Fail 25 Mar 2010 63,563 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyre treads worn low,o/s bald on inner edge

Pass 25 Mar 2010 63,563 miles

both front tyre treads worn low,o/s bald on inner edge

Pass 25 Mar 2009 60,363 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS WORN LOW

FRONT TYRES WEARING LOW

FUEL FILLER FLAP INSECURE

O/S/F BRAKE DISC WORN AND CORRODED

Pass 25 Mar 2008 56,743 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 56,743 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 50,665 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 42,963 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 42,963 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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Y524 LGU is a 2001 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y524 LGU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y524 LGU?

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What year was Y524 LGU registered?

Y524 LGU is a 2001 Volvo S80, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is Y524 LGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y524 LGU shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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