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YL09 HWZ

2009 Volvo S80

Black Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

152,029 mi
Last recorded152,029 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo S8090,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL09 HWZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 152,029 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 139,228 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 131,628 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2024 131,613 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 128,228 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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 4 Jun 2022 124,087 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner gaiter (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2021 114,164 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

under shields + engine covers fitted at the time of test.

Fail 24 May 2021 114,164 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

under shields + engine covers fitted at the time of test.

Pass 28 May 2020 105,385 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 95,993 miles

Rear number plate starting to deteriorate

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 26 Apr 2019 95,993 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear number plate starting to deteriorate

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 8 May 2018 86,232 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tail pipe mounting tearing out of resonance box

Fail 8 May 2018 86,232 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tail pipe mounting tearing out of resonance box

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 May 2017 75,496 miles

UNDER SHEILDS + ENGINE COVERS FITTED.

Pass 26 Apr 2016 63,551 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 53,022 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 43,092 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 32,697 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 23,948 miles

rear silencers have been removed

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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YL09 HWZ is a 2009 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YL09 HWZ, 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 YL09 HWZ registered?

YL09 HWZ is a 2009 Volvo S80, first registered on 15 May 2009.

Is YL09 HWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL09 HWZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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