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YH56 EVL

2006 Volvo S80

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

157,867 mi
Last recorded157,867 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Volvo S8098,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH56 EVL
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2019 157,867 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 150,284 miles

windscreen washer bottle leaking

Fail 22 Nov 2018 150,282 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

windscreen washer bottle leaking

Pass 23 Nov 2017 140,292 miles

exhaust rear of centre box support bracket deteriorated (weld required)

Fail 23 Nov 2017 140,290 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

exhaust rear of centre box support bracket deteriorated (weld required)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 128,083 miles

Offside windscreen washer jet slight attention required

Pass 24 Nov 2015 114,616 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 100,272 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 83,137 miles

n/s/f tyre slight wall damage

Pass 27 Nov 2012 76,107 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 76,096 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 69,311 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 60,706 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 57,568 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

Fail 18 Sep 2009 42,612 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 42,612 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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YH56 EVL is a 2006 Volvo S80 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 98,288 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 YH56 EVL, 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 20 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 YH56 EVL registered?

YH56 EVL is a 2006 Volvo S80, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is YH56 EVL safe to buy?

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