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YC09 VPZ

2009 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

182,540 mi
Last recorded182,540 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo S8090,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 VPZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 182,540 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2025 179,435 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2025 179,435 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 176,706 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 173,063 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 168,032 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 168,032 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2021 160,142 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 153,850 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 153,845 miles

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills

Pass 12 Jul 2018 150,888 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 150,888 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 145,207 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 136,742 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 136,712 miles

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 126,958 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 117,900 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 111,669 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 96,771 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 96,744 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside 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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YC09 VPZ is a 2009 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 YC09 VPZ, 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 YC09 VPZ registered?

YC09 VPZ is a 2009 Volvo S80, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is YC09 VPZ safe to buy?

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