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YC59 HRE

2009 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

176,602 mi
Last recorded176,602 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo S8090,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 HRE
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 176,602 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 153,221 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 140,118 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 131,498 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 122,823 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective exhaust poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 116,458 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 109,726 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 101,070 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))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 93,116 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 83,791 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 83,791 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 24 Aug 2015 77,785 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 77,785 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 66,546 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 57,956 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 49,786 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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YC59 HRE is a 2009 Volvo S80 in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YC59 HRE, 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 YC59 HRE registered?

YC59 HRE is a 2009 Volvo S80, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is YC59 HRE safe to buy?

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